Synonyms of stumbling block

stumbling block

noun

as in obstacle

something that makes movement or progress difficult

the only stumbling block to our move across the country was finding someone to adopt our cats

Synonyms & Similar Words

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

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

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

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

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