hitch
20 synonyms and 1 antonym for hitch, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A small problem, delay, or snag.
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.
Synonyms by Meaning
1. noun
A small problem, delay, or snag.
“The wedding went off without a hitch.”
How to use hitch
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
without a hitch
hitch a ride
trailer hitch
Etymology
From Middle English hicchen, meaning to move suddenly or jerkily; the exact origin before that is unclear.
Full origin of hitch →Frequently asked questions
What does “hitch” mean?
The word “hitch” means a small problem, delay, or snag.
How do you pronounce “hitch”?
“Hitch” is pronounced hihch (/hɪt͡ʃ/ in IPA).
How do you use “hitch” in a sentence?
Here is “hitch” used in a sentence: “The wedding went off without a hitch.”
What part of speech is “hitch”?
Depending on how it is used, “hitch” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “hitch” come from?
The word “hitch” comes from Middle English. From Middle English hicchen, meaning to move suddenly or jerkily; the exact origin before that is unclear.
Is “hitch” a common word?
“Hitch” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the C2 level.
How many meanings does “hitch” have?
“Hitch” has 4 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a small problem, delay, or snag.
