restrict

[ ri-strikt ]

verb (used with object)

1. to confine or keep within limits, as of space, action, choice, intensity, or quantity.

   Synonyms: obstruct, impede, hinder, hamper, block, check, abridge, restrain, limit, confine, circumscribe

   Antonyms: surpass, exceed

restrict

/ rɪˈstrɪkt /

verb

1. often foll by to to confine or keep within certain often specified limits or selected bounds

   to restrict one's drinking to the evening

Other Words From

• re·stricter re·strictor noun
• dere·strict verb (used with object)
• nonre·stricting adjective
• over·re·strict verb (used with object)
• prere·strict verb (used with object)

Word History and Origins

Origin of restrict¹

First recorded in 1525–35; from Latin restrictus “drawn back, tightened, bound, reserved,” adjective use of past participle of restringere “to bind back, bind fast”; restrain

Word History and Origins

Origin of restrict¹

C16: from Latin rēstrictus bound up, from rēstringere ; see restrain

Example Sentences

It added that the current financial challenges should not restrict its long-term ambitions for the sector.

From BBC

The Welsh government said it is "determined" current financial challenges will not restrict its "long-term ambitions for the sector".

From BBC

The bill faced strong opposition from activist groups, which warned that its would restrict non-profit organizations’ right to free-speech, as well as lead to the targeting of political opponents, media outlets and universities across the political spectrum.

From Salon

"It doesn’t feel like a Budget for working people. It doesn’t feel like a Budget for growth. I think it will restrict investment," added Fullers boss Mr Emeny.

From BBC

A similar story played out when Texas lawmakers killed a bill intended to restrict transgender athletes’ participation in sports in 2021.

From Salon

Related Words

• curb
• decrease
• define
• diminish
• hamper
• impede
• inhibit
• limit
• narrow
• reduce
• regulate
• restrain
• shorten