hic
1
9.1
A small temporary problem that interrupts a plan
- noun
- /hɪk/
- Informal
:
contratiempo
Synonyms
mishap
vshic
62
3.4
A small accident that causes trouble but not serious harm
focuses on small process faults or temporary interruptions rather than chance accidents
blip
vshic
35
5.3
A short, small problem in an activity that does not last long
refers to small faults or temporary interruptions more generally
19
3.7
A small problem that slows progress for a short time
applies to any brief fault or interruption beyond just progress
2
8.8
A hidden problem that can cause trouble
means a small temporary fault rather than a hidden serious trap
1
7.0
A small mistake that does not cause much trouble
describes small problems or interruptions not only personal mistakes
Antonyms
How Serious
Surface Forms
Etymology
Hic as a noun is a short form of the word hiccup, which is a small, sudden interruption, so a 'hic' is a little, temporary problem or fault.