Synonyms for

Narrowed

Verb / ˈnerəʊd / Another word for narrowed — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

made narrower or more restricted in movement or scope

Synonyms & similar words

pegdown specialise narrow constrict constringe diversify narrowdown naildown widen specify specialize contract pindown constricted tightened compressed reduced limited restricted confined shrank diminished tapered funneled squeezed concentrated pinched contracted curtailed condensed

Synonyms by register

Formal

restricted limited contracted reduced

Informal

shrunk tightened pinched

Literary

constricted abridged

Antonyms

widened broadened expanded enlarged opened unrestricted

Common collocations

  • narrowed down
  • narrowed the gap
  • narrowed the field
  • narrowed the focus
  • narrowed the search
  • narrowed the options
  • narrowed the scope

Word family

noun narrowness
verb narrow
adjective narrow

Usage note

Often used with 'down' to indicate a process of elimination or reduction. Can imply a lack of options or a focused approach.

Example sentences

  1. I narrowed the gap between the two pieces of wood.
  2. The path narrowed as it went up the mountain.
  3. She narrowed her focus to the most important tasks.
  4. The search was narrowed to the city area.
  5. The investigation has narrowed down to one suspect.

Quotes

  • The road to success is narrow and hard, and only a few find it. - Unknown
  • The narrow path may sometimes lead through the thorny ground. - Unknown
  • The world is a narrow bridge, the important thing is not to be afraid. - Rabbi Nachman of Breslov

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