noun
- Plural of obstructionism; the practice or policy of deliberately blocking, hindering, or preventing progress, action, or legislation.
Usage: Usually used in political or institutional contexts; Often carries a negative connotation
Examples
- The opposition party's obstructionisms prevented the bill from reaching a vote.
- Critics accused the administration of using obstructionisms to stall reform efforts.
- Various obstructionisms in the bureaucracy delayed the project by months.
- The senator's obstructionisms frustrated colleagues on both sides of the aisle.
- Environmental groups challenged the obstructionisms that blocked conservation legislation.