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OBSTRUCTION

(noun)

Definitions

There are 5 meanings of the word Obstruction.

Obstruction - as a noun

The physical condition of blocking or filling a passage with an obstruction

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
blockage
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
physical conditionphysiological conditionphysiological state
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

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)
obstacle
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
balkbaulkcheckdeterrenthandicaphinderancehindranceimpediment
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

The act of obstructing

Example: "Obstruction of justice"

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
hinderancehindranceinterference
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Getting in someone's way

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
maneuvermanoeuvreplay
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"The fallen tree was a major obstruction in the middle of the road."
"The officer was charged with obstruction of justice for interfering with the investigation."
"The political party accused their opponents of obstruction and delaying the passage of important legislation."
"The construction site had multiple obstructions, making it difficult for vehicles to pass through."
"The debris from the storm caused obstructions on the hiking trails."
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Word Game Points

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

OBSTRUCTION has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.

Is OBSTRUCTION a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, obstruction is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
OBSTRUCTION has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 19.

Is OBSTRUCTION a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, obstruction is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
OBSTRUCTION has a WORDFEUD points total of 18.

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