HINDERS Synonyms: 86 Similar and Opposite Words

hinders

verb

present tense third-person singular of hinder

as in impedes

to create difficulty for the work or activity of was not hindered by a lack of money because she could use what food she had on hand

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Recent Examples of hinders Current dependence on rare earth elements or precious metals often hinders the widespread adoption of electrolysis systems. —

Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 22 May 2026 Making every decision for your teenager hinders their ability to build independence. —

Judy Koutsky, Forbes.com, 18 May 2026 This imbalance hinders some of the phrasing's sweetness in the vocal harmony. —

Mark Knapp, PC Magazine, 8 May 2026 Vast terrain hinders search The immediate area in Stewart County where the search is currently contained is covered with big trees and steep hills, as well as snakes and ticks, according to the sheriff. —

Emma Tucker, CNN Money, 6 May 2026 The anti-caking coating that prevents cheese from sticking together also hinders cheese from blending or melting into other foods with ease. —

Josh Miller, Southern Living, 23 Apr. 2026 Conversely, destructive energy hinders performance, breeds resentment, and stifles innovation. —

Rebecca Ahmed, Big Think, 22 Apr. 2026 That distinction—between engaging with AI thoughtfully or deferring to it—may be what ultimately determines whether the technology helps or hinders us at work. —

Angela Haupt, Time, 16 Apr. 2026 In San Francisco, the city is modernizing its systems to ensure that, in the event of a disaster, nothing hinders the ability to communicate, coordinate, and respond. —

Max Darrow, CBS News, 16 Apr. 2026

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The states argued that the policy impedes their ability to hire primary and secondary school educators and to staff public colleges and universities, will stymie academic research and will lead to a decline in medical workers.

— Michael Casey, Los Angeles Times, 8 June 2026
This ruling sets a troubling precedent that undermines protections afforded to interstate commerce and impedes site remediation, as well as the safe and effective long-term management of these materials for customers in Michigan and throughout the country.

— Heath Kalb, CBS News, 28 May 2026