What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
thwart
Example
The police were able to thwart the bank robbery before it happened. [thwart: verb]
Example
The bad weather thwarted our plans to go on a picnic. [thwarted: past tense]
hindrance
Example
The lack of funding was a hindrance to the completion of the project. [hindrance: noun]
Example
Her fear of public speaking was a hindrance to her career advancement. [hindrance: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Hindrance is less common than thwart in everyday language, but it is still a useful word to know for more formal or academic writing.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between thwart and hindrance?
Hindrance is generally considered more formal than thwart, so it may be more appropriate to use in formal or academic contexts.
