Vocabulary
Hamper
English and Urdu gloss, synonyms and antonyms, and example usage from our editorial sentence cache where available.
English meaning
hinder or impede the movement or progress of.
Urdu meaning
رکاوٹ، روکنا، بیڑی
Example sentences (from Dawn)
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- Outdated laws like the CrPCand CPC hamper CJS, and despite amendments are not in step with changing legal and societal developments.
- Inadequate training and resources hamper investigation and prosecution.
- Of course, we can choose to not use AI in policing but this will significantly hamper law enforcement`s ability to effectively prevent and respond to crime.
- In its current incarnation, it will only hamper progress.
- Moreover, TB has a disproportionate impact on women, especially those living in rural environs, as social mores hamper their access to health services.
Synonyms
hinder, obstruct, impede, inhibit, retard, balk, thwart, foil, curb, delaya
Curator example
“their work is hampered by lack of funds”
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