Synonyms for
Restrained
Definition
To hold back or control one's emotions or actions.
Synonyms & similar words
cumber
unrestrained
quiet
unemotional
guarded
trammel
limit
reticent
intimidate
confine
restrict
keep
holdback
constrain
encumber
hold
restrain
keepback
bound
throttle
moderate
constrained
controlled
moderated
restricted
limited
curbed
suppressed
repressed
inhibited
conquered
subdued
muted
tempered
regulated
disciplined
tamed
bridled
Synonyms by register
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Literary
Antonyms
Common collocations
- restrained manner
- restrained emotion
- restrained enthusiasm
- restrained approach
- restrained by
- restrained use
Word family
Usage note
Often used to describe behavior, emotion, or style that is deliberately kept under control. It implies a conscious effort to avoid excess.
Example sentences
- The dog was restrained from running into the street.
- She restrained herself from eating the whole cake.
- The police officer had to restrain the suspect from attacking him.
- He tried to restrain his anger when his team lost the game.
- The teacher had to restrain the students from fighting.
Quotes
The best fighter is never angry. - Lao Tzu
Patience and the ability to control one's temper are essential to success, work and life. - Robert Greene
The ultimate measure of a man is not where he stands in moments of comfort and convenience, but where he stands at times of challenge and controversy. - Martin Luther King Jr.