Synonyms of interference

interference

noun

ˌin-tər-ˈfir-ən(t)s 

as in obstacle

something that makes movement or progress difficult

without the interference of the rain, we could have made good time on that road trip

Synonyms & Similar Words

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

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

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

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of interference

Officials declined to throw a flag on Georgia safety JK Bolden after what appeared to be a clear pass-interference penalty. — ABC News, 10 Oct. 2026

Gibbs was injured on the second interference call, which along with the penalty on KU’s bench put the ball at the 6-yard line. — Gary Bedore, Kansas City Star, 10 Oct. 2026

Max Fried gave up two home runs, the New York Yankees had one taken off the board by fan interference and then their season ended Thursday night with a whimper. — Stephen Whyno, Chicago Tribune, 8 Oct. 2026

The call is overturned; there was spectator interference and no home run. — James O'Connell, New York Daily News, 8 Oct. 2026