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⛔hindrance

noun
/ˈhɪndrəns/
hindmost hindsight
hindrance definition card — visual illustration of the meaning hindrance synonyms and antonyms card — visual word comparison hindrance collocation card — common word combinations and phrases

Meaning

Something that delays or obstructs progress or action.
a thing that provides resistance, delay, or obstruction to something or someone
Something that creates difficulties or delays in progress.

Example Sentences

Lack of funds was a major hindrance to the project.

The heavy rain proved to be a major hindrance to the outdoor wedding ceremony.

Lack of funds was a major hindrance to the project.

Example Expressions

a hindrance rather than a help

Synonyms

obstacle, barrier, impediment, obstruction, drawback
Entry 1
obstacle, barrier, impediment, obstruction, drawback
Entry 2
obstacle, barrier, impediment, obstruction
Entry 3
obstacle, impediment, barrier

Antonyms

aid, assistance, help, facilitation, support
Entry 1
aid, assistance, help
Entry 2
help, assistance, facilitation, support
Entry 3
aid, assistance, facilitation

Collocations

major hindrance, serious hindrance, hindrance to progress, act as a hindrance, without hindrance, overcome hindrance
Entry 1
major hindrance, serious hindrance, hindrance to progress, act as a hindrance
Entry 2
major hindrance, without hindrance, overcome hindrance

More Example Sentences

Will terrorism create a great hindrance to a peaceful world?

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