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OBSTRUCTIONS

(noun)

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There are 5 meanings of the word Obstructions.

Obstructions - as a noun

The physical condition of blocking or filling a passage with an obstruction

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
blockage17
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
physical conditionphysiological conditionphysiological state
Hyponyms (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)
obstacle12
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
balk10baulk11check16deterrent10handicap16hinderance16hindrance15impediment17
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

The act of obstructing

Example: "Obstruction of justice"

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
hinderance16hindrance15interference17
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Getting in someone's way

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
maneuver13manoeuvre14play9
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"The construction zone had numerous obstructions blocking traffic."
"He had to navigate through a maze of obstructions to reach the treasure."
"The hikers had to climb over fallen trees and other obstructions on the trail."
"The athlete hurdled over the obstructions on the track with ease."
"The river was impassable due to the obstructions caused by fallen rocks."
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Word Game Points

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

OBSTRUCTIONS has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.

Is OBSTRUCTIONS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, obstructions is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
OBSTRUCTIONS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 20.

Is OBSTRUCTIONS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, obstructions is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
OBSTRUCTIONS has a WORDFEUD points total of 19.

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