hindrance

hin·drance

noun \ˈhin-drən(t)s\

Definition of HINDRANCE

1

: the state of being hindered

2

: impediment

3

: the action of hindering

Examples of HINDRANCE

1. Is my presence here a help or a hindrance?
2. <made a survey of all the hindrances to wheelchair access, such as curbs and stairs>

First Known Use of HINDRANCE

1526

Related to HINDRANCE

Synonyms: balk, bar, block, chain, clog, cramp, crimp, deterrent, drag, embarrassment, fetter, handicap, encumbrance, holdback, hurdle, impediment, inhibition, interference, let, manacle, obstacle, obstruction, shackles, stop, stumbling block, trammel

Related Words: catch, hitch, rub, snag; barrier, blockade, blockage, brick wall, stone wall; arrest, bit, brake, check, constraint, curb, hobble, rein, restraint; embargo, stoppage; delay, holdup, stall; burden, cumber, load; danger, hazard, peril, reef; adversity, difficulty, disadvantage, drawback, hardship

Near Antonyms: catalyst, goad, impetus, incentive, spur, stimulant, stimulus; advantage, break, edge; aid, assistance, benefit, boost, handmaiden (also handmaid), help

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