Synonyms of obstacle

obstacle

noun

as in hurdle

something that makes movement or progress difficult

stumbling on all the obstacles along the path

Synonyms & Similar Words

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

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

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

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

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