hindrance in WordNet English dictionary

1. something immaterial that interferes with or delays action or progress
   hindrance  hinderance  deterrent  impediment  balk  baulk  check  handicap 
   
2. any obstruction that impedes or is burdensome
   hindrance  hinderance  hitch  preventive  preventative  encumbrance  incumbrance  interference 
   
3. the act of hindering or obstructing or impeding
   hindrance  hinderance  interference