Deleterious vs Hindrance - What's the difference?

As an adjective deleterious

is harmful often in a subtle or unexpected way (as for example deleterious'' effects, ''deleterious to health).

something which hinders: something that holds back or causes problems with something else.

(en adjective)

harmful often in a subtle or unexpected way (as for example deleterious'' effects, ''deleterious to health).

* 1850 , :

Or might it suffice him, that every wholesome growth should be converted into something deleterious and malignant at his touch?

* (harmful) destructive, harmful, hurtful, injurious, noxious, pernicious; see also

* deleteriously

* hinderance (archaic) * hindraunce (obsolete)

(en noun)

Something which hinders: something that holds back or causes problems with something else.

High-heeled shoes may be fashionable, but they can also be a hindrance to walking.

The state or act of hindering something

Your hindrance of this process will not be tolerated.

* See also