Synonyms for obstructive

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hindering · impeding

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Adjective

Definitions

1. adj. 1

   Causing obstructions.

   I wanted to see his report on me, but my manager was being obstructive.

Example sentences

• hindering The witness refused to cooperate, hindering the investigation.
• impeding The government was impeding on the rights of its citizens.

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8 letters

impeding³

9 letters

hindering³

The small number after each word is its number of syllables (impeding³ = 3 syllables).