obstruction

The word “obstruction” has 3 syllables: ob-struc-tion

It's pronounced as /əbˈstrʌk.ʃən/

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In the thesaurus, “obstruction” has 75 synonyms and 27 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for obstruction along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for obstruction

noun
1. The act of obstructing, or state of being obstructed.
2. Something which obstructs or impedes, either intentionally or unintentionally.
3. The condition of having the natural powers obstructed in their usual course; the arrest of the vital functions; death.

Obstruction of the road caused a major traffic jam during rush hour.
The fallen tree acted as an obstruction on the hiking trail, blocking our path.
The defendant was charged with obstruction of justice for tampering with evidence.
Cleaning out the gutters regularly can prevent the obstruction of water flow during heavy rains.
The goalkeeper's quick reflexes prevented an obstruction of the ball from entering the goal.

On this page you'll find 102 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to obstruction, such as: advantage, adversity, aid, arrest, assistance, balk, bar.

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