Stymy — synonyms, definition

1. stymy (Noun)

stymie

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

stymy (Noun) — A thwarting and distressing situation.

obstacle obstruction position situation

2. stymy (Verb)

block blockade embarrass hinder obstruct

stymy (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