Word Type

Verb

The word "obstruct" can be used as a verb.

Word Relationships

Opposites (Antonyms)

free

Derived Terms

deobstruct disobstruct obstruct the field obstructed obstructedly obstructer obstructive unobstruct unobstructed unobstructedly

Derived From

obstruction

Broader Terms (Hypernyms)

conceal forbid foreclose forestall hide hinder impede preclude prevent

Manner Of

hide impede prevent

Related Terms

obstacle

Related Terms

hinder obstruction

Similar Terms

bar barricade block block off block up blockade stop

Synonym Network

barricade block up clog close dam up embarrass impede obturate oppose prevent retard

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