hindrance
/ˈhɪndrəns/
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Type
Noun
Meaning
A person or thing that makes an action, progress, or process difficult or slow.
Poor internet access was a major hindrance to the remote team.
Did the bad weather prove to be a serious hindrance during construction?
The state or act of delaying, preventing, or obstructing someone or something.
He walked through the security gate without hindrance from the guards.
Can you complete this research project without constant hindrance?
Collocations
- major hindrance
- without hindrance
- prove to be a hindrance
Synonyms
- obstacle
- impediment
- obstruction
- interference