What is another word for interference?

Common synonyms for interference include nonintervention, hinderance, noise, disturbance, hitch.

What is the opposite of interference?

Antonyms of interference include assistance, cooperation, help, support, aid.

Synonyms for

Interference

Verb / ˌɪntɜ:ˈfɪrʌns / / ˌɪnɜ:ˈfɪrʌns / Another word for interference — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Interference means when something or someone gets in the way of something else happening or working properly.

Synonyms & similar words

nonintervention hinderance noise disturbance hitch preventative encumbrance intervention noninterference hindrance preventive incumbrance obstruction hindrance impediment interruption disturbance disruption inhibition restriction barrier block check delay holdup thwarting obstacle opposition roadblock impairment encumbrance

Synonyms by register

Formal

obstruction hindrance impediment disruption

Informal

meddling butting in getting in the way sticking your nose in

Literary

encumbrance objection

Antonyms

assistance cooperation help support aid collaboration

Common collocations

signal interference
radio interference
mutual interference
avoid interference
reduce interference
cause interference
interference pattern
interference effects

Word family

noun interference

verb interfere

adjective interfering

Usage note

Often used in technical contexts (e.g., signal interference) or when describing unwanted involvement in someone else's affairs. Be mindful of the context to choose the most appropriate synonym.