stymie [noun]

Definition of stymie:

a thwarting and distressing situation

Synonyms of stymie:

● Stymy

● Obstruct

● Hinder

● Thwart

● Block

● Impede

● Frustrate

● Stump

● Stop


Opposite/Antonyms of stymie:

● Assist

● Help

● Aid

● Encourage

● Serve

● Contribute

● Abet

● Attend

● Cooperate

● Expedite

● Facilitate

● Relieve


Sentence/Example of stymie:

The debacle threatens to stymie the country's dynamic agricultural sector.