obstructionist
obstructionist · obstructionists
Someone who systematically obstructs the actions of othersSomeone who systematically obstructs the actions of others.
/əbˈstɹʌk.ʃənˌɪst/
Meaning
2 sensesSomeone who systematically obstructs the actions of others.
someone who systematically obstructs some action that others want to take
Someone who systematically obstructs the actions of others.
Someone who attempts to impede the progress of legislation.
Forms
plural: obstructionists| Singular | obstructionist |
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regular
Synonyms
4 synonymsClose in meaning
- someone who systematically obstructs some action that others want to take:obstructorobstructerresisterthwarter
Word family
1 related wordsRelatedobstructionism
See also
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