Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
in-the-way
adjective
/ˈɪn ðə weɪ/
Definition
Obstructing or hindering progress or movement.
Examples
- She stood in-the-way of the door, making it difficult for anyone to enter.
- The construction work was in-the-way of our usual route.
- He felt that his fears were in-the-way of his success.
Meaning
The phrase ‘in-the-way’ refers to something that is blocking or preventing someone from moving forward or making progress, either literally or figuratively.
Synonyms
- obstructive
- hindering
- blocking
- interruptive
