Synonyms for

Blocks

Verb / blɑ:ks / Another word for blocks — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Blocks are small, solid pieces of wood, plastic, or other material that can be used to build things.

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

obstructs impedes hinders thwarts

Informal

stops halts gets in the way of puts a damper on

Literary

bars foils stymies

Antonyms

allows permits facilitates enables advances progresses

Common collocations

  • blocks progress
  • blocks access
  • blocks the view
  • blocks the road
  • blocks out the sun
  • blocks the entrance
  • blocks the way

Word family

noun block
verb block
adjective blocking

Usage note

As a verb, 'blocks' often implies a deliberate action to prevent movement or progress. As a noun, it can refer to a solid piece of material or a segment of a street.

Example sentences

  1. I built a fort out of blocks.
  2. She stacked the blocks in a tower.
  3. The toddler enjoyed playing with the colorful blocks.
  4. The construction workers used blocks to build a wall.
  5. We used blocks to create a maze.

Quotes

  • Success is not built on success. It's built on failure. It's built on frustration. Sometimes it's built on catastrophe. - Sumner Redstone
  • The blocks of the universe are not atoms but tones. - Nayyirah Waheed
  • “Life is not a game of solitaire; people depend on one another. When one does well, others are lifted. When one stumbles, others also are impacted. There are no one-person teams—either by definition or in outcome. Success is achieved through interactions and collaboration with others.” - Dr. Allan Fromme

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