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HINDER

(adj.sat, verb, adj., noun)

Definitions

There are 7 meanings of the word Hinder.

How to pronounce hinder:

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Hinder - as an adjective satellite

Located at or near the back of an animal

Example: "Back (or hind) legs"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
back12hind8

Hinder - as a verb

Be a hindrance or obstacle to

Example: "She is impeding the progress of our project"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
impede11
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
keep10prevent12
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Hinder or prevent the progress or accomplishment of

Example: "His brother blocked him at every turn"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
block13blockade17embarrass13obstruct12stymie11stymy13
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
forbid12foreclose14forestall12preclude13prevent12
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Put at a disadvantage

Example: "The brace i have to wear is hindering my movements"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
hamper13handicap16

Hinder - as an adjective

Located at the rear (most often said of animals' body parts).

Of or belonging to that part or end which is in the rear or hind, or which follows.

Example: "The hinder end of a wagon"

Hinder - as a noun

The buttocks.

Example Sentences

"The heavy rain hindered us from going on our hike."
"The construction work is hindering the flow of traffic."
"Her fear of failure hindered her from pursuing her dreams."
"Lack of funding hindered the progress of the research project."
"The language barrier hindered communication between the two groups."
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Word Game Points

Is HINDER a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, hinder is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

HINDER has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.

Is HINDER a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, hinder is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
HINDER has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 10.

Is HINDER a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, hinder is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
HINDER has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.

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