Thwartness

Pronunciation: /ˈθwɔɹtˈnɛs/

Thwartness (noun)

  1. The state of being prevented from reaching a goal, often because plans are stopped or directions are changed.
  2. Resistance that stops someone from doing what they want, especially when rules or actions try to control events.

Examples

  • The plan failed due to thwartness in the supply chain.
  • Her thwartness slowed the project at every stage.