hamper

to make it harder for something to happen or move

बाधा डालना, रुकावट डालना

Usage

Examples

Heavy rain hampered the rescue work in Kerala.

A weak internet connection can hamper online classes.

Common mistake

Noise hampered to my studies.

Noise hampered my studies.

Hamper takes an object directly, with no 'to'.

Remember: To hamper is to hold back.