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obstructions

noun , plural of obstruction

Synonyms and Antonyms of obstructions

something that makes movement or progress difficult

an obstruction in the drain has the water all backed up

Synonyms of obstructions

balks, bars, blocks, chains, clogs, cramps, crimps, deterrents, drags, embarrassments, encumbrances, fetters, handicaps, hindrances, holdbacks, hurdles, impediments, inhibitions, interferences, lets, manacles, obstacles, shackles, stops, stumbling blocks, trammels

Words Related to obstructions

catches, hitches, rubs, snags

barriers, blockades, blockages, brick walls, stone walls

arrests, bits, brakes, checks, constraints, curbs, hobbles, reins, restraints

embargoes, stoppages

delays, holdups, stalls

burdens, cumbers, loads

dangers, hazards, perils, reefs

adversities, difficulties, disadvantages, drawbacks, hardships

Near Antonyms of obstructions

catalysts, goads, impetuses, incentives, spurs, stimulants, stimuli

advantages, breaks, edges

aids, assistances, benefits, boosts, handmaidens (also handmaids), help

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