Vocabulary
Hamper
English and Urdu gloss, synonyms and antonyms, and example usage from our editorial sentence cache where available.
English meaning
hinder or impede the movement or progress of.
Urdu meaning
رکاوٹ، روکنا، بیڑی
Example sentences (from Dawn)
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The first manages commodities; the second manages theentire system how resources are allocated, what is grown and processed, and how those choices shape diets, health and sustainability.Three things currently hamper this transformation.
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Feeding isn`t enough
— 2026-02-28
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We can give the benefit of the doubt to an addict because the effect of drugs on his nervous system may hamper his understanding of the associated risks to his health and life, but not to the government.
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Addicted to borrowing
— 2026-01-31
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Outdated laws like the CrPCand CPC hamper CJS, and despite amendments are not in step with changing legal and societal developments.
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Reforming CJS
— 2025-03-11
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Inadequate training and resources hamper investigation and prosecution.
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Reforming CJS
— 2025-03-11
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Of course, we can choose to not use AI in policing but this will significantly hamper law enforcement`s ability to effectively prevent and respond to crime.
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Revolutionised policing
— 2025-02-24
Synonyms
hinder, obstruct, impede, inhibit, retard, balk, thwart, foil, curb, delaya
Curator example
“their work is hampered by lack of funds”
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