Hinder — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

verb adjective /ˈhin-dər/ (verb) /ˈhīn-dər/ (adjective) hin·der

Meaning & Definition of Hinder

Hinder (verb)

  1. to make slow or difficult the progress of, hamper
  2. to hold back, prevent, check
  3. to delay, impede, or prevent action

Hinder (adjective)

  1. situated behind or in the rear, posterior

Hinder (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. to create difficulty for the work or activity of

    "was not hindered by a lack of money because she could use what food she had on hand"

    similar: clog, cramp, embarrass, encumber, fetter, hamper, handcuff, handicap, hobble, hog-tie, hold back, hold up, impede, inhibit, interfere (with), manacle, obstruct, shackle, short-circuit, stymie, tie up, trammel, cramp one's style, give a hard time
    related: balk, check, constrain, curb, rein, restrain, bind, chain, halter, leash, tether, tie, arrest, brake, delay, retain, retard, barricade, block, blockade, roadblock, bog (down), mire, choke, smother, stifle, strangle, suffocate, baffle, foil, frustrate, stump, thwart, derail, disrupt, sabotage, muzzle, repress, suppress, confine, hedge (in), hem (in)
    opposite: aid, assist, facilitate, help
    near: clear, make way, open, unclog, unplug, unstop, free, liberate, release, untie, loosen, smooth, encourage, further, promote

Hinder (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. being at or in the part of something opposite the front part

    "the animal's case of mange was especially bad in its hinder parts"

    similar: aft, after, back, hind, hindmost, posterior, rear, rearward
    related: dorsal
    opposite: anterior, fore, forward, front, frontal
    near: ventral

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Hinder

The most common words with a similar meaning to Hinder:

clog, cramp, embarrass, encumber, fetter, hamper, handcuff, handicap, hobble, hog-tie, hold back, hold up, impede, inhibit, interfere (with), manacle, obstruct, shackle, short-circuit, stymie, tie up, trammel, cramp one's style, give a hard time, aft, after, back, hind, hindmost, posterior, rear, rearward

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Hinder

Words with the opposite meaning of Hinder:

aid, assist, facilitate, help, anterior, fore, forward, front, frontal

Related Words for Hinder

balk, check, constrain, curb, rein, restrain, bind, chain, halter, leash, tether, tie, arrest, brake, delay, retain, retard, barricade, block, blockade, roadblock, bog (down), mire, choke, smother, stifle, strangle, suffocate, baffle, foil

Near Antonyms of Hinder

clear, make way, open, unclog, unplug, unstop, free, liberate, release, untie, loosen, smooth, encourage, further, promote, ventral

Word Forms of Hinder

Inflections: hindered, hindering

Derived words: hinderer (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Hinder

Middle English hindren, from Old English hindrian; akin to Old English hinder behind

First known use: before 12th centuryt

Words & Phrases Containing Hinder

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Frequently Asked Questions about Hinder

What does "Hinder" mean?

"Hinder" means to make slow or difficult the progress of, hamper. As an a verb and an adjective, it is defined as: to make slow or difficult the progress of, hamper. It has 2 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Hinder"?

Other words for "Hinder" include clog, cramp, embarrass, encumber, fetter, hamper, handcuff and handicap. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Hinder" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Hinder"?

There are 75 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Hinder". Common alternatives include clog, cramp, embarrass, encumber, fetter, hamper, handcuff, handicap, hobble and hog-tie.

What is the opposite of "Hinder"?

Antonyms of "Hinder" include aid, assist, facilitate, help, anterior, fore, forward and front. Near antonyms include clear, make way, open and unclog.

How do you use "Hinder" in a sentence?

Examples of "Hinder" in a sentence: "was not hindered by a lack of money because she could use what food she had on hand"; "the animal's case of mange was especially bad in its hinder parts".

Is "Hinder" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Hinder" can be used as a verb and an adjective, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Hinder"?

"Hinder" is pronounced /ˈhin-dər/ as a verb and /ˈhīn-dər/ as an adjective and divided into syllables as hin·der.

What is the origin of the word "Hinder"?

"Hinder" comes from Middle English hindren, from Old English hindrian; akin to Old English hinder behind. First known use: before 12th centuryt.