Synonyms for

Obstructed

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

Definition

Blocked or closed off (an opening, path, road, etc.).

Synonyms & similar words

obstruct occlude obturate stymy impede free stymie embarrass closeup jam hinder block unobstructed blockade hindered prevented blocked impeded stopped barred interfered obstructive clogged closed hampered inhibited intercepted obscured stymied thwarted curbed disrupted halted

Example sentences

  1. The construction on the road obstructed traffic.
  2. The large rock obstructed the river's flow.
  3. The tall fence obstructed the view of the ocean.
  4. The goalie obstructed the soccer ball from going into the net.
  5. The fallen tree obstructed the hiking trail.

Quotes

  • The barriers are not erected which can say to aspiring talents and industry, 'Thus far and no farther.' We should never obstruct people's talents, we should spur them on.
  • The truth is rarely pure and never simple. Modern life would be very tedious if it were either, and modern literature a complete impossibility!
  • Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts.

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