Definitions
- Referring to something that is slowing down or impeding progress. - Describing a situation where something is making it difficult to complete a task or achieve a goal. - Talking about an obstacle that is hindering the ability to move forward or make progress.
- Referring to something that is blocking or preventing movement or progress. - Describing a situation where something is getting in the way of completing a task or achieving a goal. - Talking about an obstacle that is preventing the ability to move forward or make progress.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words refer to something that is hindering progress or movement.
- 2Both words describe an obstacle that is getting in the way of achieving a goal.
- 3Both words can be used to describe physical or non-physical barriers.
- 4Both words have negative connotations.
- 5Both words can be used as verbs.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Hamper is more commonly used in everyday language than obstruct.
- 2Intensity: Obstruct is more forceful and severe than hamper.
- 3Type of obstacle: Hamper refers to something that slows down progress, while obstruct refers to something that completely blocks progress.
- 4Connotation: Hamper can imply a temporary or less severe obstacle, while obstruct implies a more permanent or serious obstacle.
Remember this!
Hamper and obstruct are synonyms that both refer to obstacles that hinder progress or movement. However, hamper implies a less severe or temporary obstacle that slows down progress, while obstruct implies a more severe or permanent obstacle that completely blocks progress. Hamper is more commonly used in everyday language, while obstruct is more forceful and severe.
