What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
hinder
Example
The heavy rain hindered our progress on the road. [hindered: past tense verb]
Example
The lack of funding will hinder the project's completion. [hinder: present tense verb]
thwart
Example
The security measures thwarted the attempted robbery. [thwarted: past tense verb]
Example
Her plans were thwarted by unforeseen circumstances. [thwarted: past participle]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Hinder is more commonly used in everyday language than thwart. Hinder is versatile and covers a wide range of contexts, while thwart is less common and more formal.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between hinder and thwart?
Thwart is more formal than hinder and is typically used in more serious or professional contexts, such as legal or political discussions.
