Words / B1

HIND-uh/ˈhɪndə/

To hinder is to make a task harder: hinder progress; hinder remote lessons. Hamper is a close twin; prevent is stronger. Hindrance is the noun. Do not mix with hint. Poor broadband still hinders remote lessons in valleys.

Meaning

To make it harder for someone to do something.

Examples

• “Poor broadband still hinders remote lessons in the valley.”
• “A late bus should not hinder your arrival if you leave a gap.”

Good to know

hinder progress / access / lessons. Close: hamper. Stronger: prevent. Noun: a hindrance. Mix-up: hint. Rural broadband / exams.

Near in meaning

hamper

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