Synonyms for Hindrance (same or very similar meaning)
WordNet sense 1 (something immaterial that interferes with or delays action or progress):
balk, check, deterrent, handicap, impediment, baulk, hinderanceWordNet sense 2 (any obstruction that impedes or is burdensome):
encumbrance, hitch, interference, preventative, preventive, incumbranceFrom the ODE community, based on WordNetadd/edit