blocking

Definitions

The act of obstructing movement, progress, or access.

The positioning of actors on a stage or set during a performance.

The process of shaping a garment or hat on a form to give it the desired size and shape.

Examples

The heavy snow is blocking the main road, making it impossible for cars to pass.

She felt that her lack of confidence was blocking her from achieving her full potential.

Synonyms

obstructing hindering impeding barring clogging thwarting stalling

Antonyms

allowing enabling facilitating clearing opening promoting aiding