Obstruct

/əbˈstrʌkt/ verb easy

To block a path, road, or process so that movement or progress becomes difficult or impossible.

A fallen tree obstructed the main road after the storm, forcing drivers to take a detour.

Memory Trick

Picture an obstacle that 'structs' (builds and blocks) your way forward - that is what obstruct means.

Synonyms

Thwart

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