Definition of hinder
hindered
;hindering
play \ˈhin-d(ə-)riŋ\transitive verb
1 : to make slow or difficult the progress of : hamper Their journey was hindered by snow and high winds. economic growth hindered by sanctions
2 : to hold back : prevent, check His financial troubles hindered him from buying a home.
intransitive verb
: to delay, impede, or prevent action uncertain whether the changes would help or hinder
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Examples of hinder in a Sentence
The witness refused to cooperate, hindering the investigation.
The country's economic growth is being hindered by the sanctions.
It's not clear whether the change will help or hinder our project.
Recent Examples of hinder from the Web
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But the scrutiny that has accompanied Mr Kushner’s White House role appears to be hindering, not helping.
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WASHINGTON (AP) — Congressional Republicans are moving forward with legislation to roll back the Endangered Species Act, amid complaints that the 44-year-old law hinders drilling, logging and other activities.
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Science advocacy groups have fought Smith tooth and nail, saying that his proposals would hinder NSF’s ability to support multidisciplinary research and to respond quickly to unexpected opportunities across the entire scientific landscape.
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Q: What’s the biggest factor hindering people’s ability to move up economically?
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That included his senior season, especially as his burden increased as an injury and a suspension hindered the Crusaders.
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The construction of the roundabout will not be hindered and should be completed in early August, according to the news release.
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This has hurt the executive-legislature relationship, hindered governing effectiveness and directly dragged down our economic and social progress.
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He was charged in September 2014 with assault, failure to obey a lawful police order and obstructing and hindering police, according to online court records.
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Origin and Etymology of hinder
Middle English hindren, from Old English hindrian; akin to Old English hinder behind
Synonym Discussion of hinder
Examples of hinder in a Sentence
the animal's case of mange was especially bad in its hinder parts
Origin and Etymology of hinder
Middle English, from Old English hinder, adverb —see 1hinder
HINDER Defined for English Language Learners
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playDefinition of hinder for English Language Learners
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: to make (something, such as a task or action) slow or difficult
HINDER Defined for Kids
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hindered
;hindering
: to make slow or difficult Snow and high winds hindered our progress.
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