hindrance
[noun]
Synonyms: obstacle, barrier, deterrent, difficulty, drawback, handicap, hitch, impediment, obstruction, restriction, snag, stumbling block

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Antonyms: help

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hin‧drance /ˈhɪndrəns/ noun

1. [countable] something or someone that makes it difficult for you to do something
hindrance to
The floods have been a major hindrance to relief efforts.
A degree is more of a hindrance than a help in British industry.

2. [uncountable] formal the act of making it difficult for someone to do something:
Visitors are allowed to wander without hindrance.
⇒ without let or hindrance at let²(2)

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hindrance
noun
ADJ. great
VERB + HINDRANCE be, prove Having a car in the city might prove a hindrance.
PREP. without ~ (formal) The cook needs room to get at the cooker, sink and cupboards without hindrance.
~ to The new regulations are actually a great hindrance to teachers.
PHRASES without let or hindrance (law)

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