stumbling block
stumbling block
Definition
stumbling block
noun
an obstacle, hindrance, or difficulty standing in the way of progress or understanding
stumbling block
Synonyms
stumbling block
Usage Examples
Converse of object
- prove: Morse was a fascinating subject to us all, tho it did prove a stumbling block to a few.
- overcome: We can help you maximize the value your business receives from your current property and to overcome stumbling blocks.
Preposition: for
- marriage: There may be problems with step kids, ex spouses or even some religious stumbling blocks for the marriage taking place.
Adjective modifier
- major: A major stumbling block preventing this from occurring is the crippling debt these developing countries will subsequently owe.
- religious: There may be problems with step kids, ex spouses or even some religious stumbling blocks for the marriage taking place.
- significant: That, I suggest, could be a significant stumbling block in the merger.
- future: I use the skills I hold to help people come to terms with past presant and what they may see as future stumbling blocks.
