Difference between Hinder and Hamper

Hinder

Part of speech: verb

Definition: To keep back; to delay or impede. To make difficult to accomplish; to frustrate, act as obstacle. To cause harm.

Part of speech: noun

Definition: The buttocks.

Part of speech: adjective

Definition: Of or belonging to that part or end which is in the rear or hind, or which follows. Located at the rear (most often said of animals' body parts).

Example sentence: We must recognize the fact that many Nazis, Marxists and Fascists believe passionately in their fundamental rightness, and allow nothing to hinder them from their goal in the pursuit of their mission.

Hamper

Part of speech: verb

Definition: To put into a hamper.To put a hamper or fetter on; to shackle; to ensnare; to inveigle; hence, to impede in motion or progress; to embarrass; to encumber.

Part of speech: noun

Definition: A large basket, usually with a cover, used for the packing and carrying of articles or small animals; as,A shackle; a fetter; anything which impedes.Articles ordinarily indispensable, but in the way at certain times.

Example sentence: I don't want to get someone in my life who is going to hamper my state of mind.