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BOTTLENECKS Synonyms

There are 7 synonyms of the word bottlenecks. (exact relations)
There are 12 hypernyms of the word bottlenecks. (close relations)
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bottleneck

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barriers
nounn
noun

• a structure or object that impedes free movement

• any condition that makes it difficult to make progress or to achieve an objective

• anything serving to maintain separation by obstructing vision or access

hindrances
nounn
noun

• something immaterial that interferes with or delays action or progress

• any obstruction that impedes or is burdensome

• the act of hindering or obstructing or impeding

impediments
nounn
noun

• something immaterial that interferes with or delays action or progress

• any structure that makes progress difficult

obstacles
nounn
noun

• something immaterial that stands in the way and must be circumvented or surmounted

• an obstruction that stands in the way (and must be removed or surmounted or circumvented)

restrictions
nounn
noun

• a principle that limits the extent of something

• an act of limiting or restricting (as by regulation)

• the act of keeping something within specified bounds (by force if necessary)

chokepoint
nounn
noun

• a narrowing that reduces the flow through a channel

• a point of congestion or blockage

constriction
nounn
noun

• a narrowing that reduces the flow through a channel

• tight or narrow compression

• a tight feeling in some part of the body

• the action or process of compressing

Best Hypernyms For BOTTLENECKS

Here is a list of related hypernyms for bottlenecks, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (12)
block blockade contract embarrass hinder narrow narrowing obstruct part portion stymie stymy

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