obstructionist
[/əbˈstrʌkʃənɪst/]
noun/adjectivepl: obstructionists
obstrucionista
1. A person who deliberately impedes or prevents progress, especially in political or legislative contexts
The senator was accused of being an obstructionist for blocking every proposal from the opposition party.
O senador foi acusado de ser um obstrucionista por bloquear cada proposta do partido da oposição.
2. Adjective: Characterized by or practicing obstruction and deliberate prevention of progress
The committee's obstructionist tactics delayed the project by several months.
As táticas obstrucionistas do comitê atrasaram o projeto por vários meses.
The term 'obstructionist' is frequently used in Brazilian political discourse, particularly in Congress (Câmara dos Deputados) and Senate discussions. It carries a negative connotation and is often used as criticism toward politicians who consistently vote against or delay legislation. In the United States, the term gained prominence in contemporary politics and is commonly used in media and political commentary to describe legislative behavior perceived as unnecessarily blocking progress or compromise.
NYC Slang
blocker, brick wall
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