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

Since February 2025, players have been able to request a video review at Masters 1,000 events for decisions such as foul shots, hindrances and scoring errors.

From BBC • Mar. 13, 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 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