obstructionism

noun

: deliberate interference with the progress or business especially of a legislative body

Examples of obstructionism in a Sentence

They accused the other political party of obstructionism.

Word History

First Known Use

1879, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of obstructionism was in 1879

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“Obstructionism.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/obstructionism. Accessed 11 Mar. 2025.

Kids Definition

obstructionism

noun
: deliberate interference with business especially in a legislative body

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