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

Instead, farmers are most upset about the president’s interference in an industry that has historically favored a free market, Peel explained. — Sasha Rogelberg, Fortune, 26 Oct. 2026

Election officials around the country run similar tabletop exercises before each voting cycle, to plan for contingencies ranging from extreme weather and power failures to bomb threats and foreign interference. — Barton Gellman, New Yorker, 25 Oct. 2026

Washington State didn’t score a single passing touchdown, and its sole TD came from a 1-yard rush after the Boise State defense was dinged for a questionable pass interference call a couple of plays earlier. — Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 25 Oct. 2026

This included four false starts, three holds, two defensive pass interferences and an ineligible receiver downfield. — Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 25 Oct. 2026