Obstructionist

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Pronunciation: /əbˈstrʌk.ʃən.ɪst/

Definitions of obstructionist

noun a person who deliberately delays or prevents progress

Example Sentences

A1 The obstructionist refused to cooperate with the rest of the group.

A2 The obstructionist's behavior caused delays in the project.

B1 The obstructionist constantly blocked any attempts at progress.

B2 The obstructionist's tactics were seen as detrimental to the team's success.

C1 The obstructionist's actions were perceived as a deliberate attempt to sabotage the project.

C2 The obstructionist's stubbornness led to a breakdown in communication within the team.

adjective relating to or characteristic of obstructionism

Example Sentences

A1 He is an obstructionist person who always tries to block progress.

A2 The obstructionist behavior of the committee members delayed the project.

B1 The opposition party is often accused of being obstructionist in parliament.

B2 The CEO described the board member as an obstructionist who constantly opposes new initiatives.

C1 The obstructionist tactics used by the lobbyists were eventually exposed and condemned.

C2 The judge reprimanded the defense attorney for his obstructionist tactics during the trial.

Examples of obstructionist in a Sentence

formal The opposition party is often labeled as obstructionist for constantly blocking legislative proposals.

informal That guy is such an obstructionist, he never lets anything get done.

slang Don't be such an obstructionist, just go with the flow.

figurative The heavy rain acted as an obstructionist, causing delays in the construction project.

Grammatical Forms of obstructionist

past tense

obstructioned

plural

obstructionists

comparative

more obstructionist

superlative

most obstructionist

present tense

obstructionist

future tense

will obstructionist

perfect tense

has obstructioned

continuous tense

is obstructionisting

singular

obstructionist

positive degree

obstructionist

infinitive

to obstructionist

gerund

obstructionisting

participle

obstructionisted

Origin and Evolution of obstructionist

First Known Use: 1839 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'obstructionist' originated from the Latin word 'obstructio', meaning to block or hinder.
Evolution of the word: Initially used to describe individuals who obstructed progress or blocked legislation, the term 'obstructionist' has evolved to also refer to those who impede or hinder any process or action.