hinder

verb
UK: /ˈhɪndə(r)/
US: /ˈhɪndər/

  1. To make it difficult for someone to do something or something to happen.

    1. The police hindered the investigation.
    2. Heavy snow hindered our progress, and we arrived late to the important meeting.

  2. To delay or obstruct the progress or action of someone or something.

    1. Try not to hinder me when I'm cooking.
    2. A poor diet can hinder physical and mental development and cause health issues.

Synonyms

impede obstruct hamper delay block restrict disrupt thwart

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "hinder" in English means: To make it difficult for someone to do something or something to happen., To delay or obstruct the progress or action of someone or something..

The phonetic transcription of "hinder" is /ˈhɪndə(r)/ in British English and /ˈhɪndər/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "hinder": impede, obstruct, hamper, delay, block, restrict, disrupt, thwart.

Example usage of "hinder": "The police hindered the investigation.". More examples on the page.