C2nounformalbusinesswork
US/ˈhɪn.drəns/
UK/ˈhɪn.drəns/
something or someone that makes it harder for you to do something or make progress
In context
Complicated paperwork is a major hindrance to small businesses in the region.
His poor English was a hindrance when he applied for jobs at foreign companies.
Too many meetings can be more of a hindrance than a help.
Words that go with hindrance
noun + preposition
- hindrance toHigh taxes are a hindrance to investment.
- more of a hindrance than a helpThe new rules are more of a hindrance than a help.
- without hindranceGoods should move across the border without hindrance.
adjective + noun
- major hindrancePoor roads are a major hindrance to trade.
- serious hindranceA lack of funding is a serious hindrance to research.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
This is a hindrance for our plan.Correct: This is a hindrance to our plan.