Hindrance: meaning, definitions and examples

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hindrance

 

[ ˈhɪn.drəns ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

in daily life

A hindrance is something that makes it more difficult for you to do something.

Synonyms

barrier, impediment, obstacle, obstruction

Examples of usage

  • The bad weather was a hindrance to our progress.
  • Lack of funding has been a significant hindrance to the project.
Context #2 | Noun

in achieving goals

A hindrance is an obstacle or difficulty that prevents you from making progress or achieving something.

Synonyms

deterrent, encumbrance, handicap, inhibition

Examples of usage

  • Procrastination can be a hindrance to success.
  • Negative attitudes can be a hindrance to personal growth.

Translations

Translations of the word "hindrance" in other languages:

🇵🇹 obstáculo

🇮🇳 बाधा

🇩🇪 Hindernis

🇮🇩 halangan

🇺🇦 перешкода

🇵🇱 przeszkoda

🇯🇵 障害 (しょうがい)

🇫🇷 obstacle

🇪🇸 obstáculo

🇹🇷 engel

🇰🇷 장애물

🇸🇦 عائق

🇨🇿 překážka

🇸🇰 prekážka

🇨🇳 障碍 (zhàng'ài)

🇸🇮 ovira

🇮🇸 hindrun

🇰🇿 кедергі

🇬🇪 ბარიერი

🇦🇿 maneə

🇲🇽 obstáculo

Etymology

The word 'hindrance' originated from Middle English 'hinderans', which came from Old French 'hindrance' and ultimately from the Latin 'hindrantia', meaning 'a holding back or withholding'. The concept of hindrance has been present in human language for centuries, reflecting the universal experience of facing obstacles and difficulties in various endeavors.

See also: hindering, unhindered.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #13,012, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.