Dictionary entryCEFR C1verb
hinder
IPA pronunciation: /ˈhɪndə/
Listen to the pronunciationRussian meaning
препятствовать, мешать
English definition
To make it difficult for someone or something to progress or succeed.
Example
The heavy rain hindered the rescue efforts.
Collocations
- hinder progress
- hinder development
- hinder performance
- hinder ability
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