C2verbformaleducation
US/ˈhɪn.dər/
UK/ˈhɪn.də/
to make it harder for someone to do something or for something to develop
In context
Poor internet in rural areas hinders students who study online.
Heavy rain hindered the rescue teams as they searched the hills.
Too much homework can actually hinder learning in young children.
Words that go with hinder
verb + noun
- hinder progressLack of funding has hindered progress on the new metro line.
- hinder developmentPoverty can hinder a child's development.
- hinder effortsBad weather hindered efforts to reach the island.
- hinder learningNoise from the building site hindered learning at the school.
adverb + verb
- seriously hinderThe injury seriously hindered his training.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
The rain hindered us to finish the match.Correct: The rain hindered us from finishing the match.