Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Definitions

hinder

[hin-der] / ˈhɪn dər /


Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

Another concern for investors has been that near-packaged optics, which involve putting an optical component close to a processor, could hinder CPO adoption.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 11, 2026

As the researchers note in the paper, pretraining can speed up inference, "but may also hinder learning new physics."

From Science Daily • Jun. 11, 2026

But the operation also managed to "delay and hinder" Cosa Nostra's attempt to rebuild its structure after the death of the powerful Messina Denaro, he said.

From Barron's • May 28, 2026

Nicolas Fournier, the president of ADELFA, said although winning the lawsuit was "not certain", he was "still trying to hinder this process of building the detention centre with the appeal".

From BBC • May 27, 2026

This kid, whoever he was, was no scythe, and was not about to hinder their efforts.

From "Scythe" by Neal Shusterman




Vocabulary lists containing hinder


Vocabulary.com logo
by dictionary.com

Look it up. Learn it forever.

Remember "hinder" for good with VocabTrainer. Expand your vocabulary effortlessly with personalized learning tools that adapt to your goals.

Take me to Vocabulary.com