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antonym facilitate

 

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Antonym: Facilitate

Definition:

Facilitate, meaning to make something easier or to aid in the progress of something, is a verb with no direct antonym. However, words that convey the opposite meaning of facilitate could include hinder, impede, obstruct, or complicate.

Sense 1 - Hinder:

Part of speech: verb

Definition: To create difficulties or obstacles in the progress or accomplishment of something.

Example sentence: The heavy rain hindered the construction workers from completing the project on time. Related products on Amazon

Sense 2 - Impede:

Part of speech: verb

Definition: To delay or slow down the progress or movement of something.

Example sentence: The ongoing road construction impeded the flow of traffic during rush hour. Related products on Amazon

Sense 3 - Obstruct:

Part of speech: verb

Definition: To block or hinder the normal course of something.

Example sentence: The fallen tree obstructed the path, making it difficult for hikers to continue. Related products on Amazon

Sense 4 - Complicate:

Part of speech: verb

Definition: To make something more intricate, complex, or difficult to understand.

Example sentence: The addition of new regulations only served to complicate the already complicated tax system. Related products on Amazon

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