BARRIER Synonyms: 55 Similar and Opposite Words

barrier

noun

ˈber-ē-ər

Definition of barrier

as in wall

a physical object that blocks the way there was a big barrier plastered with signs saying "Keep Out" around the trash compactor

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Recent Examples of barrier In some communities, generations of families have had fewer opportunities to learn to swim because of barriers to accessing pools and other aquatic facilities. — Katia Hetter, CNN Money, 18 July 2026 Butyrate is fuel for the cells lining the colon and contributes to a stronger gut barrier. — Sheah Rarback, Miami Herald, 17 July 2026 According to experts, providing standardized T800 robots also lowers research and development barriers for smaller companies and supports collaboration between industry and academia. — Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 17 July 2026 The barrier is not technical—dozens of platforms now offer low-code or no-code agent construction. — Vivian Toh, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for barrier

Recent Examples of Synonyms for barrier

Noun

If no shelter is available, crawl to an interior wall away from windows.

— CA Earthquake Bot, Sacbee.com, 16 July 2026
Photos of personal belongings, like smartphones, left behind the bar on the night of fire adorned the walls.

— ABC News, ABC News, 15 July 2026

Definition of wall

Noun

The suspect allegedly attempted to flee again by jumping fences and ignoring the officers’ commands to stop, but was apprehended and placed in custody.

— Colleen Cronin, Boston Herald, 16 July 2026
The last little bit before Dadeland South is also unfinished and awaiting the end of station construction, so users must navigate a narrow alley between fences and then a maze of signs and traffic cones to reach it.

— Andres Viglucci, Miami Herald, 16 July 2026

Definition of fence

Noun

Despite the obstacles, families will be moving into the two units within the next few weeks and will be able to stay for as long as necessary.

— Julianna Mejia July 16, Kansas City Star, 16 July 2026
Any effort to federalize or take over elections would face serious legal obstacles, said Nahal Kazemi, a Chapman University law professor.

— Kevin Rector, Los Angeles Times, 16 July 2026