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The fallen branch was an obstacle on the path.
What does Obstacle mean?
An obstacle is something in the way.
Dictionary definition
Something that blocks the way or makes progress harder.
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Obstacle in a sentence
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A hard word can be an obstacle when reading a new book.
hard
The team overcame each obstacle by planning carefully and working together.
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What does obstacle mean?
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Which word is closest in meaning to obstacle?
Barrier is close in meaning to obstacle.
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Obstacle
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WordObstacle.
Partnoun.
MeaningObstacle means An obstacle is something in the way.
ExampleExample: The fallen branch was an obstacle on the path.
Word breakdown
3 syllables. Say each part, then blend the word.
- Syllables
- ob · stuh · kul
- Strongest beat
- ob
- Ending
- kul
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on ob.
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Synonyms
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Antonyms
Opposite words
aidUse for something that helps.
advantageUse for something that makes success easier.
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Obstacle word family
Base word
obstacle
noun
obstacles
More than one thing that blocks progress.
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Hint for students
An obstacle is something in the way.
Common mix-up
Obstacle is not the same as aid. Obstacle means an obstacle is something in the way.
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Read this model sentence: A hard word can be an obstacle when reading a new book. Clue words: hard, word, reading. Underline clue words that show why obstacle fits instead of aid. Now write one new sentence that shows obstacle without using the word obstacle. Ask: Does my sentence clearly show obstacle?
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Ask students to explain this model sentence: "A hard word can be an obstacle when reading a new book." Why does obstacle fit better than aid?
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