Hindrance

/ˈhɪndrəns/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A thing that provides resistance, delay, or obstruction to something or someone.

The heavy traffic was a hindrance to our arrival at the meeting on time.

An obstacle to progress or achievement.

Lack of funding was a significant hindrance to the project's development.

Something that hinders or prevents something from being done.

Her illness was a hindrance to her studies last semester.

A disadvantage or limitation.

His lack of experience proved to be a hindrance during the interview process.

An impediment or barrier.

The complex regulations served as a hindrance to new businesses entering the market.

Middle English: from Old French 'hindrer', based on 'hind', meaning 'to hinder'.

a hindrance to progress

A factor that slows down or stops development.

remove the hindrance

To eliminate an obstacle that prevents movement or progress.

face hindrances

To encounter obstacles or challenges.

hinder

To create difficulties for someone or something, resulting in a delay or obstruction.

impede

To obstruct or delay progress or movement.

A hassle or annoyance.

Getting through all the paperwork is such a hindrance.

Something that slows you down.

That new policy is just a hindrance to getting things done.