What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
stymied
Example
The team was stymied by the unexpected change in regulations. [stymied: verb]
Example
I'm feeling stymied by this math problem, I just can't seem to figure it out. [stymied: adjective]
hinder
Example
The bad weather hindered our travel plans. [hindered: verb]
Example
The lack of funding is hindering the completion of the project. [hindering: present participle]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Hinder is more commonly used than stymied in everyday language, and is more versatile in its usage.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between stymied and hinder?
Both stymied and hinder are formal words that are appropriate for use in academic or professional settings.
