hindered

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Definitions

verb

To make difficult to accomplish; to act as an obstacle; to frustrate.“A drought hinders the growth of plants.”
To delay or impede; to keep back, to prevent.“She hindered a man from committing suicide.”
To cause harm.

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Synonyms

bar block delay hamper impede obstruct restrain stop frustrate prevent thwart handicap embarrass disadvantage back blockade stymy posterior

Antonyms

aid assist help expedite facilitate

Associated

amine chances progress lack ability efforts injuries prevented knee nevertheless depression injury

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