Roadblock (Noun)

Meaning ¹

Any condition that makes it difficult to make progress or to achieve an objective; "intolerance is a barrier to understanding".

Classification

Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.

Synonyms

• Barrier

Hypernyms

• Obstacle

Hyponyms

• Ideological Barrier
• Color Barrier
• Language Barrier

Meaning ²

A barrier set up by police to stop traffic on a street or road in order to catch a fugitive or inspect traffic etc..

Classification

Nouns denoting man-made objects.

Examples

• The police set up a roadblock on the highway to catch the escaped convict who was believed to be heading north.
• A roadblock was established at the intersection to inspect all vehicles for signs of the stolen goods.
• The fugitive's car was stopped at a roadblock on the outskirts of town, ending a three-day manhunt.
• The police roadblock caused a massive traffic jam, but it was necessary to apprehend the suspect.
• A roadblock was set up on the main road to check for drunk drivers during the holiday weekend.

Synonyms

• Barricade