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

Generally, these laws restrict people from using bathrooms or changing facilities that do not correspond to their sex, usually defined as sex as determined at birth.

From Slate

The Trump Organization is also considering naming an outside ethics adviser — who might allow or restrict some of the company’s deal-making — and donating to the U.S.

From New York Times

"This advertising ban does not restrict brands from advertising, provided any products they feature meet the conditions set," they added.

From BBC

As concerns grew that the government might restrict the media, journalists in Seoul stayed in touch with one another, exchanging advice on how to stay safe.

From BBC

There are also calls for the SNP to replace the council tax with a new system and to restrict access to "freebies" such as state-funded university tuition.

From BBC

Related Words

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