hamper
Translation
to hamper, to hinder, to impede, to obstruct
Examples
Heavy rain will hamper the rescue efforts.
Heavy rain will hamper the rescue efforts.
Lack of funding hampered the project's progress.
Lack of funding hampered the project's progress.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to hinder or impede (sth.) The bad weather hampered our progress.
Similar Words
Synonyms: hinder, obstruct, impede; Antonyms: help, facilitate, assist
Etymology
From Middle English, of uncertain origin. Possibly unrelated to the noun 'hamper' (a basket).
Memory Tips
Imagine a large laundry hamper is in your way, hampering your ability to walk through the room.