maugre

/mɔːɡrə/ (MAWR-gər)

Definitions

1. noun

something that hinders or makes a task difficult

“The bad weather was a maugre to our outdoor plans.”

2. noun

an obstacle or hindrance

“The traffic was a maugre to our journey to the airport.”

3. noun

an opposing or opposing force

“The company’s competitors were a maugre to their success.”

Synonyms

  • hindrance
  • impediment
  • obstacle

Antonyms

  • advantage
  • aid
  • benefit