hindering

Definitions

Creating difficulties for someone or something, resulting in delay or obstruction.

Acting as a restraint or barrier to progress or movement.

Examples

The heavy rain was hindering the progress of the construction crew.

His lack of communication is hindering our ability to complete the project on time.

Synonyms

obstructing impeding hampering thwarting blocking stifling retarding

Antonyms

assisting aiding facilitating promoting advancing encouraging supporting