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OBSTACLE

(noun)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Obstacle.

How to pronounce obstacle:

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Obstacle - as a noun

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

Example: "Lack of imagination is an obstacle to one's advancement"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
obstruction
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
balkbaulkcheckdeterrenthandicaphinderancehindranceimpediment
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

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

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
impedimentimpedimentaobstructerobstructionobstructor
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"The mountain was a formidable obstacle to climbers."
"Lack of funding is a major obstacle to starting a business."
"Overcoming language barriers can be an obstacle to effective communication."
"The team worked together to overcome every obstacle they faced."
"She managed to maneuver the car around the obstacles in the road."
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Word Game Points

Is OBSTACLE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, obstacle is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

OBSTACLE has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.

Is OBSTACLE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, obstacle is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
OBSTACLE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.

Is OBSTACLE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, obstacle is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
OBSTACLE has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.

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