holdback

holdback

noun

Definition of HOLDBACK

1

an instance or period of being prevented from going about one's business <there'll be a holdback on production until the new machinery is fully installed>

Synonyms detainment, detention, holdback, holding pattern, holdup, wait

Related Words deferment, deferral, postponement; reprieve, respite; foot-dragging, hesitation, lag, pause, setback, slowdown

Near Antonyms haste, rush; dispatch, promptitude, promptness

2

something that makes movement or progress difficult <the only holdback to starting the new job is my contractual commitment to my current position>

Synonyms balk, bar, block, chain, clog, cramp, crimp, deterrent, drag, embarrassment, fetter, handicap, hindrance, 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