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

The head of the Australian Security Intelligence Organization spy agency, Mike Burgess, on Tuesday reiterated an earlier warning that politically motivated violence was a top security concern, along with espionage and foreign interference. — Rod McGuirk, Los Angeles Times, 20 Oct. 2026

Sceye’s team had decided not to run Sceye’s communications antenna at full power to minimize potential interference and to play it safe with local regulators. — Jeremy Hsu, ArsTechnica, 19 Oct. 2026

Victoria Samson, chief director of space security and stability at the Secure World Foundation, told Fortune in an interview that the interference hurt Ukraine’s ability to defend itself, not just its offensive capabilities. — Steven John, Fortune, 19 Oct. 2026

Wallace was flagged for pass interference against Denver, erasing an interception. — Dan Zaksheske Outkick, FOXNews.com, 19 Oct. 2026