Hamper ( verb , noun )

(As a verb)

Hamper ( verb )

1. To hinder or impede the progress or accomplishment of.
2. To restrict the movement of.

Origin:

Middle english hampren, from old english heampere, from ham- (in compound words) together + -pere -per.

Examples:

1. His injury hampered his ability to walk.
2. The bad weather hampered our plans for the day.
3. The lack of resources hampered the project's progress.
4. Her shyness hampered her ability to communicate effectively.
5. His poor eyesight hampered his ability to drive.

(As a noun)

Hamper ( noun )

1. To hinder or impede the progress or accomplishment of.
2. To restrict the movement of.

Origin:

Middle english hampren, from old english heampere, from ham- (in compound words) together + -pere -per.

Examples:

1. His injury hampered his ability to walk.
2. The bad weather hampered our plans for the day.
3. The lack of resources hampered the project's progress.
4. Her shyness hampered her ability to communicate effectively.
5. His poor eyesight hampered his ability to drive.