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hinder

[hin-der] / ˈhɪn dər /
VERB
prevent, slow down
Synonyms
STRONGEST
block burden crimp curb delay deter frustrate hamper hamstring hold up impede inhibit interfere interrupt obstruct preclude prevent prohibit retard slow down thwart
STRONG
arrest balk bar bottleneck check choke clog contravene counteract crab cramp debar encumber fetter hog-tie muzzle neutralize offset oppose resist snafu stay stop stymie terminate trammel
WEAK
box in get in the way hold back louse up shut out
Antonyms
STRONGEST
advance aid allow assist enable encourage expedite facilitate forward further help permit promote push support
STRONG
approve begin free go let go liberate loosen open release start unblock

Example Sentences

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Mathilde Mukantabana, told State Department officials that American financial penalties imposed on the Rwandan Defense Forces will hinder delivery of supplies to troops in the field, making it difficult for them to continue to fight.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

Investors are concerned new CEO Josh D’Amaro’s background may hinder Disney’s media segment amid competitive streaming and declining TV.

From Barron's • Mar. 31, 2026

Others said they worried the scandal might hinder their fight to gain fair wages and better working conditions.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 19, 2026

When asked if this would hinder Seoul's deterrence strategy, he responded: "I can say with certainty that it would not."

From BBC • Mar. 13, 2026

“I swear I will not hinder you,” cried Taran.

From "The Book of Three" by Lloyd Alexander

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.