HINDER

[verb] [T] - to limit the ability of (someone) to do something, or to limit the development of (something)Smoking hinders the ability of the heart and lungs to recover quickly from the effects of surgery.Broken water pipes and gas leaks have hindered firefighters in their efforts, but the fire is now under control.I don't want you to do anything that is going to hinder you from getting the job finished on time.Her progress certainly hasn't been hindered by her lack of experience.