Synonyms for
Hitch
Definition
to attach or fasten something to something else; a temporary difficulty or problem
Synonyms & similar words
tourofduty
hindrance
encumbrance
preventative
buck
jerk
stoppage
interference
snag
incumbrance
limp
hitchhike
enlistment
preventive
unhitch
tour
stop
thumb
halt
hobble
hangup
hinderance
rub
gimp
dutytour
attach
connect
secure
tie
link
join
affix
fasten
clasp
bolt
catch
clip
hook
pin
screw
stick
bind
couple
bond
tether
Synonyms by register
Formal
Literary
Antonyms
Common collocations
- minor hitch
- slight hitch
- unexpected hitch
- hit a hitch
- no hitch
- solve a hitch
- overcome a hitch
Word family
Usage note
As a noun, 'hitch' often refers to a minor, temporary problem or delay. As a verb, it can mean to fasten or tie, or to move with a lurch.
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Example sentences
- I need to hitch my wagon to the horse before we can go for a ride.
- I'm having a hitch with this zipper, can you help me?
- The wedding preparations went off without a hitch.
- The hitch in the plan was that the train was delayed.
- He managed to hitch a ride to the city with a passing truck.
Quotes
'The hitch is that you can only learn so much by working with me; the real experience comes only with practice,' he said.
'I'm not sure about the hitch in your plan,' said the teacher.
'A good friend is like a tight stitch, a great comfort in life's hitches.' - David C. Gross