I. adjective
Synonyms: transverse , crossing, crosswise, transversal, traverse
II. verb
Synonyms: frustrate 1, baffle, balk, beat, bilk, circumvent, dash, disappoint, foil, ruin
Related Word: curb, restrain, scotch; cross; foul up, gum up, queer; stymie; counter, match, oppose, pit, play (off), vie
Contrasted words: aid, assist, help, support; abet, encourage