hamper (Meaning)
hamper (n)
a restraint that confines or restricts freedom (especially something used to tie down or restrain a prisoner)
a basket usually with a cover
hamper (v)
prevent the progress or free movement of
put at a disadvantage
hamper (n.)
A large basket, usually with a cover, used for the packing and carrying of articles; as, a hamper of wine; a clothes hamper; an oyster hamper, which contains two bushels.
A shackle; a fetter; anything which impedes.
Articles ordinarily indispensable, but in the way at certain times.
hamper (v. t.)
To put in a hamper.
To put a hamper or fetter on; to shackle; to insnare; to inveigle; hence, to impede in motion or progress; to embarrass; to encumber.
Synonyms & Antonyms of hamper
Synonyms:
- suffocate
- bog (down)
- retain
- confine
- give a hard time
- smother
- roadblock
- arrest
- retard
- baffle
- bind
- fetter
- blockade
- tie up
- foil
- choke
- tie
- barricade
- strangle
- trammel
- hold back
- hold up
- curb
- short-circuit
- stifle
- hog-tie
- chain
- tether
- leash
- manacle
- balk
- shackle
- cramp one's style
- derail
- sabotage
- brake
- rein
- check
Antonyms:
hamper Sentence Examples
- The heavy rains hampered our travel plans, forcing us to cancel our trip.
- The lack of resources severely hampered our team's ability to complete the project on time.
- The government imposed sanctions that hampered trade between the two countries.
- His injury hampered his performance in the game, preventing him from reaching his full potential.
- The language barrier hampered communication between the two parties, creating misunderstandings.
- The weight of the backpack hampered her hike, making every step more challenging.
- The poor lighting conditions hampered our ability to see clearly, creating a hazardous situation.
- The incessant notifications hampered his concentration, making it difficult to focus on his work.
- The foul smell emanating from the dumpster hampered our enjoyment of the picnic area.
- The conflicting information hampered our decision-making process, leaving us feeling uncertain and confused.
FAQs About the word hamper
a restraint that confines or restricts freedom (especially something used to tie down or restrain a prisoner), a basket usually with a cover, prevent the progre
hinder, obstruct, impede, embarrass, clog, block, stymie, inhibit, hobble, thwart
assist,help, aid, aid, assist, facilitate, open, open, help, facilitate
The heavy rains hampered our travel plans, forcing us to cancel our trip.
The lack of resources severely hampered our team's ability to complete the project on time.
The government imposed sanctions that hampered trade between the two countries.
His injury hampered his performance in the game, preventing him from reaching his full potential.
