thwarter

/ˈθwɒrtər/

Definitions

1. noun

A person or thing that thwarts

“The new policy was seen as a thwarter to the company’s plans for expansion.”

2. verb

To thwart or stop (something) from happening

“The police thwartered the robbery attempt by arriving at the scene quickly.”

Synonyms

  • obstruct
  • thwart

Antonyms

  • enable
  • facilitate