hamper
Translation
to hinder, to impede, to obstruct
Examples
Bad weather hampered the rescue mission.
Bad weather hampered the rescue mission.
His lack of experience hampered his progress.
His lack of experience hampered his progress.
Grammar Patterns
((sth./sb.)) to hinder or impede the movement or progress of (sth./sb.) Bad weather hampered the rescue mission.
Similar Words
Synonyms: hinder, impede, obstruct, thwart; Antonyms: help, facilitate, assist
Etymology
From Middle English 'hampren', meaning to impede. Its origin is uncertain.
Memory Tips
Imagine a large picnic hamper blocking a doorway, hampering your exit.