Synonyms for baulk

Noun

1. balk, baulk, area, expanse, surface area

usage: the area on a billiard table behind the balkline; "a player with ball in hand must play from the balk"

2. hindrance, deterrent, impediment, balk, baulk, check, handicap, difficulty

usage: something immaterial that interferes with or delays action or progress

3. rafter, balk, baulk, beam

usage: one of several parallel sloping beams that support a roof

Verb

1. resist, balk, baulk, jib, disobey

usage: refuse to comply