obstruction

Noun

Meaning

That which obstructs or impedes; an obstacle; an impediment; a hindrance.

The condition of having the natural powers obstructed in their usual course; the arrest of the vital functions; death.

Source: Webster's dictionary

Synonyms

obstacle impediment hindrance stop block bar check barrier blockage clog obstructor impedimenta cumber problem prevention

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Antonyms

mitt nostrum support way hand visa

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Hypernyms

play structure construction check interference maneuver

Hyponyms

stop block bar check interference barrier

Phrases with the word

biliary obstruction obstruction wrench esophageal obstruction benign prostatic obstruction portal blood flow obstruction causing obstruction

Examples

lack of imagination is an obstacle to one's advancement Source: Internet

the poverty of a district is an obstacle to good education Source: Internet

the filibuster was a major obstruction to the success of their plan Source: Internet

obstruction of justice Source: Internet

Add to that his ensuing impeachment on charges of perjury and obstruction of justice, and Bill seems an unlikely pick in the swoon-worthy love interest category. Source: Internet

A 50-year-old Woolloongabba woman was also charged with causing an obstruction. Source: Internet

Close letter words and terms

obstructedness obstructer obstructingly obstruction of a coronary artery obstruction of blood flow obstruction of justice