Synonyms for

Hinder

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

Definition

to make it difficult for someone to do something or for something to happen

Synonyms & similar words

hamper impede block stymie hind blockade obstruct embarrass handicap back stymy impede obstruct hamper thwart delay hobble retard interfere disrupt prevent inhibit block stymie cripple curb restrain stop slow check foil

Synonyms by register

Formal

impede obstruct hamper inhibit

Informal

hold back slow down get in the way of mess with

Literary

stymie balk

Antonyms

aid assist advance further promote support encourage

Common collocations

  • hinder progress
  • hinder development
  • hinder growth
  • hinder efforts
  • hinder understanding
  • hinder the process
  • hinder someone's ability

Word family

noun hindrance
verb hinder
adjective hindering

Usage note

Hinder is a common verb used to describe something that makes progress difficult or slow. It is generally more formal than 'slow down' or 'get in the way of'.

Example sentences

  1. The construction on the road will hinder our commute to school.
  2. His broken leg will hinder his ability to play soccer.
  3. The bad weather may hinder our chances of winning the game.
  4. The lack of funding will hinder the progress of the project.
  5. Her fear of heights hindered her from going on the roller coaster.

Quotes

  • The greatest hinderance to life is oneself.
  • The only thing that stands between a person and what they want from life is often merely the will to try it and the faith to believe it's possible. Rich DeVos
  • You can't let your failures define you. You have to let your failures teach you. Barack Obama

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