Grade 8

stymie (sty-mie)

Definition


verb.
to thwart; to make difficulties for or find problems with; to hinder block or thwart;
noun.
a situation presenting such difficulties as to discourage any attempt to resolve it

Example Sentence

That will stymie the project.

Synonyms

frustrate; impede; hinder

Antonyms

aid; assist; encourage; help

Rhymes

  • grimy
  • hymie
  • jaime
  • jaimie
  • slimy
  • stymie