hindrance

• Nom désignant ce qui crée des difficultés, ralentit le progrès ou constitue un obstacle.

A noun referring to something that creates difficulty, delays progress, or acts as an obstacle.

1. Obstacle or barrierB2formal

   Something that delays or prevents progress or action.

   Obstacle ou barrière

   • The heavy rain was a hindrance to the construction work.
   • Lack of funding proved to be a major hindrance to the project.
   • His lack of experience was a hindrance in getting the job.

   Synonymesbarrierblockdeterrentencumbrancehurdleimpedimentobstacleobstruction

   Antonymesadvantageaidassetassistanceboostencouragementfacilitationfurtherancehelpsupport

2. Person who causes delayC1formal

   A person who obstructs or slows down progress.

   Personne qui retarde

   • The manager saw him as a hindrance to the team's efficiency.
   • She was considered a hindrance rather than a help during the crisis.
   • The new regulations turned out to be a hindrance to innovation.

   Synonymesblockerdelayerimpedimentobstacleobstructionistobstructor