Stymie — synonyms, definition

1. stymie (Noun)

stymy

stymie (Noun) — A situation in golf where an opponent's ball blocks the line between your ball and the hole.

stymie (Noun) — A thwarting and distressing situation.

obstacle obstruction position situation

2. stymie (Verb)

block blockade embarrass hinder obstruct

stymie (Verb) — Hinder or prevent the progress or accomplishment of. ex. "His brother stymied him at every turn"

forbid foreclose forestall preclude prevent bottleneck check filibuster hang stonewall