Definitions and Examples of hinder, obstruct, impede
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
To create difficulties or obstacles that slow down or prevent progress.
Example
The heavy rain hindered our progress on the road, causing us to arrive late.
To block or impede the progress of someone or something.
Example
The construction work obstructed the entrance to the building, making it difficult for people to enter.
To slow down or prevent the progress of someone or something.
Example
The lack of funding impeded the research project, causing delays in its completion.
Key Differences: hinder vs obstruct vs impede
- 1Hinder implies creating difficulties or obstacles that slow down or prevent progress.
- 2Obstruct suggests blocking or impeding the progress of someone or something.
- 3Impede means slowing down or preventing the progress of someone or something.
Effective Usage of hinder, obstruct, impede
- 1Enhance Vocabulary: Use these antonyms to expand your vocabulary and express ideas more precisely.
- 2Improve Writing: Incorporate these antonyms in writing to create contrast and add depth to your content.
- 3Enrich Speaking: Utilize these antonyms in conversations to express opposing ideas and viewpoints.
Remember this!
The antonyms of assist are hinder, obstruct, and impede. These words convey the opposite meaning of assist and suggest creating obstacles or difficulties in achieving a goal. Use these antonyms to enhance your vocabulary, improve your writing, and enrich your speaking by expressing opposing ideas and viewpoints.
