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🚧barrier

noun
/ˈbæriər/
barricade barriers
barrier definition card — visual illustration of the meaning barrier synonyms and antonyms card — visual word comparison barrier collocation card — common word combinations and phrases

Meaning

a fence, obstacle, or circumstance that prevents progress or access
something that blocks or prevents movement or progress
A fence or other obstacle that prevents movement or access.

Example Sentences

Language can be a barrier to communication.

The language barrier made communication difficult.

The barrier prevented entry.

Example Expressions

break down barriers

Synonyms

obstacle, hurdle, fence, block, hindrance, blockade, impediment
Entry 1
obstacle, hurdle, fence, block, hindrance
Entry 2
obstacle, blockade, hurdle, impediment
Entry 3
obstacle, hurdle

Antonyms

support, aid, opening, gateway, passage, access
Entry 1
support, aid
Entry 2
opening, gateway, passage
Entry 3
access, opening

Collocations

trade barrier, language barrier, cultural barrier, physical barrier, sound barrier
Entry 1
trade barrier, language barrier, cultural barrier, physical barrier
Entry 2
language barrier, trade barrier, sound barrier

More Example Sentences

The biggest challenge during that trip was the language barrier.

This scholarship will allow me to focus on my research without financial barriers.

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