Definitions
- Referring to something that blocks or hinders progress or movement. - Talking about an obstacle or barrier that prevents something from happening. - Describing a physical or metaphorical blockage that impedes the flow or movement of something.
- Referring to something that slows down or prevents progress or development. - Talking about an obstacle or difficulty that makes something more challenging or complicated. - Describing a barrier or impediment that hinders the achievement of a goal or objective.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words refer to something that blocks or hinders progress.
- 2Both words can be used to describe physical or metaphorical barriers.
- 3Both words imply a negative impact on achieving a goal or objective.
What is the difference?
- 1Type of hindrance: Obstruction specifically refers to a physical blockage, while hindrance can refer to any type of obstacle or difficulty.
- 2Degree of hindrance: Obstruction implies a more severe or complete blockage, while hindrance can refer to a partial or temporary obstacle.
- 3Focus: Obstruction emphasizes the physical aspect of the blockage, while hindrance focuses more on the impact or effect of the obstacle.
- 4Usage: Obstruction is more commonly used in formal or technical contexts, while hindrance is more versatile and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
- 5Connotation: Obstruction has a more neutral connotation, while hindrance can have a slightly negative connotation, implying a greater degree of difficulty or challenge.
Remember this!
Obstruction and hindrance are synonyms that refer to something that blocks or hinders progress or movement. However, obstruction specifically refers to a physical blockage, while hindrance can refer to any type of obstacle or difficulty. Additionally, obstruction implies a more severe or complete blockage, while hindrance can refer to a partial or temporary obstacle.
