thwart: Meaning and Definition of

thwart

1. to oppose successfully; prevent from accomplishing a purpose.
2. to frustrate or baffle (a plan, purpose, etc.).
1. to cross.
2. to extend across.

1. a seat across a boat, esp. one used by a rower.
2. a transverse member spreading the gunwales of a canoe or the like.

1. passing or lying crosswise or across; cross; transverse.
2. perverse; obstinate.
3. adverse; unfavorable.

1. across; athwart.