ROADBLOCK
(noun, verb)Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the word
Roadblock.
Roadblock - as a noun
Any condition that makes it difficult to make progress or to achieve an objective
Example: "Intolerance is a barrier to understanding"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
barrier9Hypernyms (Closely Related)
obstacle12obstruction15Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
A barrier set up by police to stop traffic on a street or road in order to catch a fugitive or inspect traffic etc.
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
barricade14Roadblock - as a verb
To prevent, hinder.
Example Sentences
"There was a roadblock on the highway due to a car accident."
"Protesters set up a roadblock to prevent traffic from entering the city center."
"The police encountered a roadblock while chasing the suspect."
"We had to take a detour because of a roadblock on our usual route."
"The roadblock caused a huge traffic jam during rush hour."
Word Game Points
Is ROADBLOCK a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, roadblock is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
ROADBLOCK has a SCRABBLE points total of 18.
Is ROADBLOCK a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, roadblock is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordROADBLOCK has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 21.
Is ROADBLOCK a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, roadblock is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordROADBLOCK has a WORDFEUD points total of 20.
