stymied

Meanings

• Adjective

  Having reached a point where progress is impossible or blocked.

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Synonyms

block , thwart

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with stymied
dried , tide , pride , hide , tide

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Variants

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stymie , stymied , stymieing , stymies

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Etymology

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Originally meant 'stopped' or 'blocked' in nautical terms, from the Old French stimer, meaning 'to estimate'. The modern sense developed in the late 19th century.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'stymied' was first used in print in the late 19th century.

2. In chess, a 'stymie' is a tactic used to prevent an opponent from making a move, effectively blocking their progress.

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Related Concepts

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1. impediment: An obstacle or hindrance that prevents progress or achievement.

2. frustration: A feeling of annoyance, disappointment, or anger caused by being unable to achieve something desired.

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Culture

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In literature, 'stymied' is often used metaphorically to describe a character's emotional or mental state when they are unable to progress or move forward. In music, it can be found in song titles or lyrics to convey feelings of frustration or being stuck.

How to Memorize "stymied"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a sailboat that is stuck in the mud at the shore. Visualize the frustration and helplessness the sailor feels as he tries to set sail but cannot.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'stymied' with the feeling of being stuck or blocked. Remember, it's a state of being unable to move forward.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a phrase like 'Stop, Try, Yet, I'm, Mired,' where 'Mired' represents the word 'stymied'.

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