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obstructionism

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ob·struc·tion·ist  (b-strksh-nst, b-)
n.
One who systematically blocks or interrupts a process, especially one who attempts to impede passage of legislation by the use of delaying tactics, such as a filibuster.
ob·struction·ism n.
ob·struction·istic adj.
obstructionism
deliberate interference with the progress of an argument. — obstructionist, n. — obstructionistic, adj.
See also: Argumentation
ThesaurusLegend:  Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
Noun1.obstructionism - deliberate interference
resistance - group action in opposition to those in power
Translations
obstructionism [əbˈstrʌkʃənɪzəm] N → obstruccionismo m
obstructionism
n → Obstruktionspolitik f
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