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Synonyms & Similar Words
blocked
hindered
impeded
restricted
limited
barred
stopped
stalled
delayed
slowed
hampered
crippled
disabled
paralyzed
frozen
choked
clogged
congested
jammed
snagged
entangled
complicated
obstructive
interfered
interrupted
disrupted
disturbed
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plagued
beset
harassed
menaced
Meaning of Obstructed
The primary meaning of the word "obstructed" is to block or hinder something.
Definitions
- To block or hinder something, such as a path, a view, or a process
- * To prevent or hinder something from happening or being done
- * To create an obstacle or obstruction that prevents something from moving or functioning
Etymology of Obstructed
The word "obstructed" comes from the Latin words "ob" meaning "against" and "struere" meaning "to build" or "to pile", and the suffix "-ed" which forms the past tense and past participle of the verb
The word has been used in English since the 15th century to describe something that is blocked or hindered
Example Uses
- The road was obstructed by a fallen tree, and we had to take a detour
- * The view from the window was obstructed by a tall building
- * The obstructed artery was causing a blockage in the blood flow
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
unobstructed
clear
open
free
unblocked
unrestricted
unimpeded
unhindered
facilitated
assisted
aided
supported
enhanced
promoted
encouraged
helped
cleared
removed
eliminated