What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
hindered
Example
The heavy rain hindered our progress on the road. [hindered: past tense]
Example
Her fear of public speaking hindered her from pursuing her dream job. [hindered: verb]
thwart
Example
The security measures thwarted the attempted robbery. [thwarted: past tense]
Example
He tried to thwart her plans by spreading false rumors. [thwart: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Hindered is more commonly used in everyday language than thwart, which is a less common and more formal word.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between hindered and thwart?
Thwart is a more formal word than hindered, which is more commonly used in casual or informal contexts.
