OBSTRUCTIONIST
obstructionist, obstructor, obstructer, resister, thwarter
(noun) someone who systematically obstructs some action that others want to take
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Noun
obstructionist (plural obstructionists)
Someone who systematically obstructs the actions of others.
Someone who attempts to impede the progress of legislation.
Adjective
obstructionist (comparative more obstructionist, superlative most obstructionist)
Pertaining to obstructionism.
Obstructionistic.
Source: Wiktionary
Ob*struc"tion*ist, n.
Definition: One who hinders progress; one who obstructs business, as in a legislative body.
– a.
Definition: Of or pertaining to obstructionists. [Recent]
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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