Definition of obstruction

Scrabble & Words with friends points


  • obstruction is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 15
  • obstruction is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 15
  • obstruction is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 19

Definition of obstruction


  • any structure that makes progress difficult (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. impediment
    2. impedimenta
    3. obstructer
    4. obstructor
  • something immaterial that stands in the way and must be circumvented or surmounted (noun)

    Examples

    1. the filibuster was a major obstruction to the success of their plan

    Synonyms

    1. obstacle
  • the physical condition of blocking or filling a passage with an obstruction (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. blockage
  • getting in someone's way (noun)
  • the act of obstructing (noun)

    Examples

    1. obstruction of justice

See definition of obstruction in Merriam Webster