OBSTRUCTION
(noun)Definitions
There are 5 meanings of the word
Obstruction.
Obstruction - as a noun
Any structure that makes progress difficult
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
impediment17impedimenta18obstructer14obstructor14Hypernyms (Closely Related)
construction16structure11Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
The physical condition of blocking or filling a passage with an obstruction
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
blockage17Hypernyms (Closely Related)
physical conditionphysiological conditionphysiological stateHyponyms (Broadly Related)
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)
obstacle12Hypernyms (Closely Related)
balk10baulk11check16deterrent10handicap16hinderance16hindrance15impediment17Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
The act of obstructing
Example: "Obstruction of justice"
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
hinderance16hindrance15interference17Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Getting in someone's way
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
maneuver13manoeuvre14play9Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"The fallen tree was a major obstruction in the middle of the road."
"The officer was charged with obstruction of justice for interfering with the investigation."
"The political party accused their opponents of obstruction and delaying the passage of important legislation."
"The construction site had multiple obstructions, making it difficult for vehicles to pass through."
"The debris from the storm caused obstructions on the hiking trails."
Word Game Points
Is OBSTRUCTION a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, obstruction is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
OBSTRUCTION has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.
Is OBSTRUCTION a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, obstruction is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordOBSTRUCTION has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 19.
Is OBSTRUCTION a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, obstruction is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordOBSTRUCTION has a WORDFEUD points total of 18.
