1. the act of preventing someone from accomplishing something
Usage: gerund form

1. present participle of thwart; preventing someone from accomplishing something
Usage: present participle form

Examples

• The security system is thwarting the hackers’ attempts to break in.
• Bad weather kept thwarting our plans for a picnic.
• She was frustrated by the constant thwarting of her efforts.
• The thwarting of the robbery attempt made headlines.
• His parents were thwarting his dream of becoming an artist.
• The thwarting of their escape plan led to their capture.
• Traffic jams are thwarting commuters across the city.