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

Some national right-wing figures quickly suggested the voting machine screw-up could be some kind of election interference by Democrats. — Dave Goldiner, New York Daily News, 3 Nov. 2026

The state Democratic Party will also have about 1,000 voter protection volunteers and hotline operators to handle reports of ballot interference. — Don Sweeney, Sacbee.com, 3 Nov. 2026

While 58% of Democrats are not confident the election will be free of federal interference, 27% of Republicans feel the same way, according to the poll. — Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 3 Nov. 2026

The Senate Intelligence Committee’s investigation into Russian interference in the 2016 presidential election encompassed Cambridge Analytica. — Emma L. Briant, The Conversation, 3 Nov. 2026