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.
Origin and Etymology of hinder
Middle English hindren, from Old English hindrian; akin to Old English hinder behind
First Known Use: before 12th century
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
First Known Use: 13th century
HINDER Defined for English Language Learners
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: to make (something, such as a task or action) slow or difficult
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hindered
;hindering
: to make slow or difficult Snow and high winds hindered our progress.
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