Synonyms of block

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noun

1

as in cluster

a number of things considered as a unit

bought a block of stocks

Synonyms & Similar Words

• cluster
• batch
• array
• collection
• set
• bunch
• grouping
• group
• constellation
• assemblage
• lot
• clump
• package
• bank
• battery
• series
• suite
• assortment
• clutch
• variety
• mixture
• band
• clot
• parcel
• muster
• huddle
• aggregate
• accumulation
• aggregation
• jumble
• the whole kit and caboodle
• knot
• conglomeration
• passel
• agglomeration
• suit
• hodgepodge
• cycle
• odds and ends
• run
• sundries
• miscellany

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• unit
• entity
• item
• single

2

as in obstacle

something that makes movement or progress difficult

constant bickering that is only a block to the completion of the project

Synonyms & Similar Words

• obstacle
• hurdle
• obstruction
• barrier
• interference
• let
• embarrassment
• chain
• stop
• inhibition
• impediment
• stumbling block
• clog
• load
• burden
• shackles
• hindrance
• constraint
• handicap
• encumbrance
• deterrent
• cramp
• bar
• drag
• balk
• brake
• blockade
• trammel
• delay
• curb
• hitch
• blockage
• crimp
• catch
• holdback
• stone wall
• rub
• fetter
• disadvantage
• manacle
• snag
• danger
• stall
• brick wall
• stoppage
• restraint
• arrest
• rein
• hazard
• embargo
• difficulty
• bit
• hobble
• reef
• drawback
• check
• holdup
• peril
• hardship
• cumber
• adversity

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• incentive
• stimulus
• catalyst
• spur
• edge
• impetus
• advantage
• break
• benefit
• assistance
• aid
• stimulant
• help
• goad
• boost
• handmaiden
• handmaid

3

as in head

slang the upper or front part of the body that contains the brain, the major sense organs, and the mouth

threatened to knock the block off the jerk next door if he didn't can the noise

Synonyms & Similar Words

• head
• skull
• dome
• bean
• noodle
• noggin
• pate
• mazard
• poll
• nut
• mazzard
• nob
• noddle
• crown
• scalp
• cranium
• occiput

4

as in side

a group of people acting together within a larger group

a more conservative block within the political party

Synonyms & Similar Words

• side
• faction
• wing
• party
• bloc
• team
• coalition
• set
• sect
• body
• movement
• split
• crew
• denomination
• gang
• pack
• splinter
• caucus
• persuasion
• scission
• schism

5

as in confederacy

an association of persons, parties, or states for mutual assistance and protection

a block of oil-producing nations

Synonyms & Similar Words

• confederacy
• coalition
• union
• alliance
• league
• federation
• combine
• combination
• bloc
• axis
• confederation
• partnership
• group
• organization
• fusion
• side
• wing
• front
• association
• cartel
• syndicate
• faction
• conspiracy
• cooperative
• cabal
• trust
• affiliation
• junto
• conference
• circuit

block

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verb (1)

1

as in to fill

to close up so that no empty spaces remain

block up the opening in the wall where a window once was

Synonyms & Similar Words

• fill
• pack
• plug
• seal
• dam
• stop
• stuff
• bung
• obstruct
• clog
• congest
• occlude
• close (off)
• choke
• jam
• clot
• caulk
• chink
• repack
• restuff

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• shovel
• hollow (out)
• excavate
• scoop (out)

2

as in to obstruct

to prevent passage through by filling with something

one of the patient's arteries was so blocked with fatty deposits that blood flow had been reduced to a trickle

Synonyms & Similar Words

• obstruct
• jam
• choke
• fill
• clog
• congest
• stuff
• dam
• stop (up)
• occlude
• flood
• gum (up)
• plug (up)
• clot
• pack
• cork
• overwhelm
• stopper
• gridlock
• fur
• bung
• stopple
• silt
• inundate
• swamp
• spile
• glut

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• open (up)
• free
• clear
• unplug
• unblock
• hollow (out)
• excavate
• scoop (out)
• unclog
• empty
• unstop
• lighten

3

as in to intercept

to stop, seize, or interrupt while in progress or on course

a thug suddenly stepped out of a doorway and blocked his escape down the alley

Synonyms & Similar Words

• intercept
• grab
• catch
• capture
• trap
• snatch
• pick off
• interdict
• seize
• snare
• corral
• collar

block (off)

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verb (2)

as in to guard

to disallow entry into (a place) by means of a physical barrier at the entry point

the square is temporarily blocked off for the street fair

Synonyms & Similar Words

• guard
• close (off)
• wall (off)
• curtain (off)
• screen (off)
• blockade
• bar
• barricade
• gate
• fence
• lock
• obstruct
• hedge
• dike
• bolt

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• open
• reopen
• unbar
• unblock
• unbolt

Phrases Containing block

• block (off)
• building block
• stumbling block