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hindrance

The word “hindrance” has 2 syllables: hind-rance

It's pronounced as /ˈhɪndrəns/

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In the thesaurus, “hindrance” has 61 synonyms and 17 antonyms.

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Synonyms for hindrance

Antonyms for hindrance

Meanings of hindrance

  • noun
    1. Something which hinders: something that holds back or causes problems with something else.
    2. The state or act of hindering something.

Example Sentences

  • His lack of experience proved to be a hindrance to the team’s progress.
  • Heavy traffic was a major hindrance to arriving on time.
  • Fear can become a hindrance to achieving one’s goals.
  • The old equipment is a hindrance to productivity in the factory.
  • Her shyness was seen as a hindrance in social situations.

On this page you'll find 78 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to hindrance, such as: advantage, adversity, aid, arrest, assistance, balk, bar.

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