Pronunciation: /ˈhæmpərd/
verb to hinder or impede the progress of something
A1 The heavy rain hampered our plans for a picnic.
A2 Her lack of experience hampered her ability to complete the task.
B1 The company's growth was hampered by economic downturn.
B2 The investigation was hampered by a lack of cooperation from key witnesses.
C1 The political unrest in the region hampered efforts to negotiate a peace agreement.
C2 The team's performance was hampered by internal conflicts and disagreements.
adjective showing the effects of being hindered or impeded
A1 The heavy rain hampered our plans for a picnic.
A2 His lack of experience hampered his ability to complete the task.
B1 The company's growth was hampered by the economic recession.
B2 The team's progress was hampered by internal conflicts.
C1 The investigation was hampered by a lack of cooperation from key witnesses.
C2 The project's success was hampered by unforeseen logistical challenges.
formal The progress of the project was hampered by budget constraints.
informal The bad weather hampered our plans for a picnic.
slang My injury really hampered my ability to play in the game.
figurative Her fear of failure hampered her from taking risks in her career.
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