Level700
verb (動詞)
hamper
妨げる、邪魔する
💡 Usage & Nuance:
TOEICでは、プロジェクトの進行、生産性、交通などを「妨げる」「阻害する」といった文脈でよく登場します。特にPart 7のビジネス文書で問題の原因や課題を説明する際に見られます。
🔄 Paraphrase & Synonyms
hinder
obstruct
impede
prevent
📝 Business Examples
Unexpected technical issues hampered the progress of the project.
予期せぬ技術的な問題がプロジェクトの進行を妨げた。
Part 5 Practice Quiz
Verify your vocabulary strength for "hamper"
Poor communication can seriously _______ productivity in the workplace.
🎉 正解 / Correct!
解説: 文脈的に「生産性を深刻に妨げる」が自然な表現です。
English: Poor communication would seriously hinder or obstruct productivity.
English: Poor communication would seriously hinder or obstruct productivity.
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