What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
hindering
Example
The heavy rain was hindering our progress on the construction site. [hindering: verb]
Example
The lack of funding is hindering the development of the project. [hindering: present participle]
inhibiting
Example
The cold weather is inhibiting the growth of the plants in the garden. [inhibiting: verb]
Example
His shyness is inhibiting his ability to make friends. [inhibiting: present participle]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Hindering is more commonly used in everyday language, while inhibiting is less common and more formal.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between hindering and inhibiting?
Inhibiting is more formal than hindering and is often used in academic or technical contexts, while hindering is more versatile and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
