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OBSTACLES

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There are 2 meanings of the word Obstacles.

How to pronounce obstacles:

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Obstacles - as a noun

Something immaterial that stands in the way and must be circumvented or surmounted

Example: "Lack of imagination is an obstacle to one's advancement"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
obstruction15
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
balk10baulk11check16deterrent10handicap16hinderance16hindrance15impediment17
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

An obstruction that stands in the way (and must be removed or surmounted or circumvented)

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
impediment17impedimenta18obstructer14obstruction15obstructor14
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"She overcame numerous obstacles to achieve her dream of becoming a doctor."
"The team faced several obstacles during the construction of the bridge."
"Financial obstacles prevented them from starting their own business."
"There are many obstacles to overcome in order to achieve success."
"The athlete encountered several obstacles on the track, but still managed to win the race."
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Word Game Points

Is OBSTACLES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, obstacles is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

OBSTACLES has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

Is OBSTACLES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, obstacles is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
OBSTACLES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.

Is OBSTACLES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, obstacles is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
OBSTACLES has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.

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