hindrance
nounHow many syllables in hindrance?
There are 2 syllables in the word hindrance.How to pronounce hindrance:
Definition of hindrance:
- hindrance (noun):
- an obstruction or snag
- something immaterial that interferes with or delays action or progress.
- the state of being interfered with, held back, or slowed down the state of being hindered
Synonyms for hindrance:
albatross
balk
bar
barrier
baulk
bind
block
burden
chain
check
constraint
deterrent
difficulty
diriment impediment
drag
drawback
embarrassment
encumbrance
handicap
hazard
hinderance
hitch
hurdle
impediment
incumbrance
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Antonyms for hindrance:
a break
a favour
a good turn
a hand
a kindness
a leg up
abetment
abettance
acceleration
accelerator
accessibility
accomplishment
achievement
advance
advancement
advantage
aggression
agitation
aid
allowance
amelioration
approval
arousal
asset
assist
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