hinder
39 synonyms and 8 antonyms for hinder, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To make something more difficult or slow to accomplish; to get in the way of.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use hinder
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
hinder progress
hinder efforts
hinder growth
Etymology
From Old English hindrian, from Proto-Germanic *hindrōną ("to hold back").
Full origin of hinder →Frequently asked questions
What does “hinder” mean?
The word “hinder” means to make something more difficult or slow to accomplish; to get in the way of. In plain terms, to slow something down or block its progress.
How do you pronounce “hinder”?
“Hinder” is pronounced HIHN-duh (/ˈhɪndɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “hinder” in a sentence?
Here is “hinder” used in a sentence: “Heavy rain hindered the rescue effort.”
What is another word for “hinder”?
Words with a similar meaning to “hinder” include behedge, blunt, crimp, delay, difficult and diminish.
What is the opposite of “hinder”?
The opposite of “hinder” — its antonyms — are abet, assist, expedite, facilitate and further.
What part of speech is “hinder”?
“Hinder” is a verb.
Where does the word “hinder” come from?
The word “hinder” comes from Old English. From Old English hindrian, from Proto-Germanic *hindrōną ("to hold back").
Is “hinder” a common word?
“Hinder” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the C2 level.
