Meaning
- Hinder means to make it difficult for someone or something to do something, or to delay or obstruct progress.
- It does not mean to completely stop, but rather to slow down or interfere with progress.
Grammar and Usage
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Part of speech: Verb (transitive and intransitive)
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Typical structures:
- hinder somebody/something (from) doing something
- hinder progress/development/communication
Examples of usage patterns:
- "The heavy rain hindered our travel."
- "He was hindered from completing the project by a lack of resources."
Common Phrases
- hinder progress
- hinder communication
- hinder growth
- hinder development
Collocations
- verb + hinder: can, may, might hinder
- noun + hinder: obstacle that hinders, rule that hinders
- adverb + hinder: seriously hinder, greatly hinder, slightly hinder
Examples
- The roadblock hindered the flow of traffic for hours.
- Lack of funding can hinder scientific research.
- She did not let her injury hinder her from competing.
- The thick fog hindered visibility on the highway.
- Bureaucratic red tape often hinders business expansion.
- His negative attitude hindered teamwork in the office.
- Fear of failure can hinder personal growth.
- Poor internet connection hindered the online meeting.
Synonyms or Related
- Obstruct
- Hamper
- Impede
- Block
- Interfere with
- Delay
