Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hamper
verb
/ˈhæmpər/
Definition
To hinder or obstruct the movement or progress of something.
Examples
- Heavy rain can hamper the rescue efforts.
- He was hampered by his lack of experience.
Meaning
Hamper refers to the act of making it difficult for someone or something to do something.
Synonyms
- obstruct
- impede
- interfere
- restrict