restraint (Meaning)
restraint (n)
the act of controlling by restraining someone or something
discipline in personal and social activities
the state of being physically constrained
a rule or condition that limits freedom
lack of ornamentation
a device that retards something's motion
restraint (n.)
The act or process of restraining, or of holding back or hindering from motion or action, in any manner; hindrance of the will, or of any action, physical or mental.
The state of being restrained.
That which restrains, as a law, a prohibition, or the like; limitation; restriction.
Synonyms & Antonyms of restraint
restraint Sentence Examples
- The monk's vows required him to practice restraint in all aspects of life.
- The police showed commendable restraint in dealing with the unruly crowd.
- Despite his anger, he managed to maintain his restraint and avoid confrontation.
- The doctor advised the patient to exercise restraint and avoid strenuous activities.
- The budget committee imposed severe restraints on government spending.
- The young child had difficulty learning the concept of self-restraint.
- The horse bolted forward, its bit providing little restraint.
- The company's financial restraints prevented it from expanding into new markets.
- The army maintained its restraint despite facing heavy enemy fire.
- The dog trainer used positive reinforcement to teach the dog impulse control and restraint.
FAQs About the word restraint
the act of controlling by restraining someone or something, discipline in personal and social activities, the state of being physically constrained, a rule or c
discipline, repression, suppression, inhibition, self-control, refrainment, self-restraint, control, possession, self-command
incontinence, unconstraint, gratification, disinhibition, indulgence,incontinence, disinhibition, gratification, unconstraint, indulgence
The monk's vows required him to practice restraint in all aspects of life.
The police showed commendable restraint in dealing with the unruly crowd.
Despite his anger, he managed to maintain his restraint and avoid confrontation.
The doctor advised the patient to exercise restraint and avoid strenuous activities.
