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hindering

[hin-der-ing] / ˈhɪn dər ɪŋ /
ADJECTIVE
counter
Synonyms
STRONGEST
antithetical
STRONG
anti antipodal conflicting contradictory contrary contrasting converse impeding obverse opposed reverse
WEAK
adverse against antagonistic antipodean diametric obstructive polar
Antonyms
STRONG
agreeing harmonious similar
WEAK
concurring corresponding corroborating equal same
ADJECTIVE
discouraging
Synonyms
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bleak depressing disappointing disheartening dismal dispiriting dreary gloomy
STRONG
black dampening daunting deterring dismaying dissuading repressing
WEAK
depressive disadvantageous inopportune off-putting oppressive unfavorable unpropitious
Antonyms
STRONGEST
bright cheerful encouraging happy light pleasant sunny
WEAK
auspicious favorable heartening inspiring inspiriting
ADJECTIVE
meddlesome
Synonyms
STRONGEST
intrusive meddling nosy pushy
WEAK
busy busybody chiseling curious encumbering impeding impertinent intermeddling interposing interrupting intruding kibitzing mischievous obstructive officious prying snooping snoopy tampering troublesome
Antonyms
WEAK
avoiding dodging ignorant
ADJECTIVE
withholding
Synonyms
STRONG
confining curbing deterring prohibiting
WEAK
restrictive

Example Sentences

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The ministry also launched a probe into U.S. practices hindering renewable-energy trade, citing restricted exports and cooperation.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 27, 2026

The biggest issue he feels that is hindering the expansion of AI in the US and Europe is the cost of energy.

From BBC • Mar. 24, 2026

Investor concerns about AI’s disruptive impact on sectors like software are hindering the S&P 500 from breaking 7000.

From Barron's • Feb. 25, 2026

This, in turn, is hindering the Bank of Japan, which is engaged in a massive program of quantitative easing — i.e., printing money — to make ends meet.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 17, 2026

"You're hindering Ralph. You're not letting him get to the most important thing."

From "Lord of the Flies" by William Golding

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