hindrances

NOUN

obstruction, difficulty

Synonyms

STRONGEST

barrier deterrent drawback handicap hitch impediment interference interruption obstacle snag stumbling block

STRONG

albatross baggage bar catch check clog crimp drag encumbrance glitch gridlock hang-up impedance intervention joker limitation lock millstone restraint restriction stoppage trammel

WEAK

ball and chain catch-22 cumbrance excess baggage foot dragging jam-up monkey wrench

Antonyms

STRONGEST

advantage aid assistance benefit opening

STRONG

freedom liberation release

WEAK

advance encouragement expedition promotion push

Example Sentences

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Fiscal policy is one of the main potential hindrances for further rate cuts, said Nancy Lazar, chief economist at Piper Sandler.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 17, 2026

It’s not just the physical hindrances that restrict commercial shipping activity.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 21, 2026

A lack of pricing power and commodity volatility will continue to be hindrances for many of these stocks.

From Barron's • Dec. 24, 2025

“I mean, it’s landlocked. Everyone built around it and on the South Hill, there are trees and retaining walls and all sorts of hindrances — there’s just no way,” he said.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 20, 2024

I try to work around any unpleasant hindrances and give full attention to the talk I am involved in.

From "The Best of Enemies" by Osha Gray Davidson