hamper

[ham-per] / ˈhæm pər /

NOUN

basket for storage

Synonyms

STRONG

bassinet carton crate creel pannier

WEAK

laundry basket

VERB

impede, restrict

Synonyms

STRONGEST

block curb frustrate hamstring hinder hobble hold up impede inconvenience inhibit obstruct prevent retard stymie thwart

STRONG

baffle balk bar bind check clog cramp cumber embarrass encumber entangle fetter foil hog-tie leash restrain shackle tie trammel

WEAK

cramp one's style drag one's feet get in the way hang up interfere with slow down tie one's hands tie up

Antonyms

STRONGEST

advance aid allow assist benefit encourage facilitate forward free further help let go permit promote push support

STRONG

abet explain liberate loose loosen open release unfasten untie

WEAK

expedite

Example Sentences

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"The BCA is committed to thorough, independent and transparent investigations of these incidents, even if hampered by a lack of access to key information and evidence," it said in a statement.

From BBC

Those trying to pull their money out of banks have been hampered by controls that limit access to foreign currency.

From The Wall Street Journal

It was an encouraging return for Thompson-Herah, who has been hampered by injuries for several years, including an Achilles injury in 2024.

From Barron's

The delivery of food and other supplies on the island will also be hampered by Cuba’s fuel shortages, according to people involved in distribution.

From The Wall Street Journal

Jonn's every move was hampered by the tunnel walls that gripped him.

From Literature

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