Definitions
- Describing an action or process that is not impeded or slowed down by any obstacles. - Referring to a situation where there are no restrictions or limitations on what can be done. - Talking about something that is free to proceed without any interference or hindrance.
- Describing a clear and open path or view without any physical barriers or obstacles. - Referring to a situation where there are no impediments or hindrances to progress or movement. - Talking about something that is free from any obstructions or blockages.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe a lack of obstacles or hindrances.
- 2Both words suggest freedom of movement or progress.
- 3Both words imply a clear and open path or view.
- 4Both words can be used to describe physical or metaphorical situations.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Unhindered is more commonly used to describe processes or actions, while unobstructed is more often used to describe physical spaces or paths.
- 2Focus: Unhindered emphasizes the absence of any slowing or impeding factors, while unobstructed emphasizes the absence of any physical barriers or blockages.
- 3Connotation: Unhindered has a more positive connotation, suggesting smooth and efficient progress, while unobstructed is more neutral, simply indicating the absence of obstacles.
Remember this!
Unhindered and unobstructed are synonyms that both describe a lack of obstacles or hindrances. However, unhindered is more commonly used to describe processes or actions, emphasizing the absence of any slowing or impeding factors. On the other hand, unobstructed is more often used to describe physical spaces or paths, emphasizing the absence of any physical barriers or blockages.
