Synonyms of roadblock
13 similar words
Another word for roadblock is bar. Other synonyms of roadblock are drag, barrier, bone in the throat, bump in the road and hindrance.
Synonyms and similar words for roadblock
nounAn obstacle or impediment.
- bar
- drag
- barrier
- bone in the throatA source of continuing annoyance; a hindrance.
- bump in the road
- hindrance
- impediment
- obstruction
- obstacleSomething that impedes, stands in the way of, or holds up progress, either physically or figuratively.
- encumbrance
- hurdle
- stumbling blockA hindrance, obstacle or impediment; an opportunity for error.
- hitch
Meaning of roadblock
- noun Something that blocks or obstructs a road.
- noun An obstacle or impediment.
- verb To prevent, to hinder.
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Questions about synonyms of roadblock
- What is another word for roadblock?
- Roadblock has 13 synonyms on Word.ws, such as bar, drag, barrier, bone in the throat, bump in the road, hindrance, impediment and obstruction.
- What does roadblock mean?
- Roadblock means something that blocks or obstructs a road.
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