Synonyms for
Restrictive
Definition
limiting or controlling something
Synonyms & similar words
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Antonyms
Common collocations
- restrictive covenant
- restrictive measures
- restrictive practices
- restrictive diet
- restrictive law
- restrictive policy
- restrictive interpretation
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Usage note
Often used to describe rules, laws, or limitations that hinder freedom or movement. Be mindful of its negative connotation, implying something is overly controlling.
Example sentences
- The restrictive rules made it difficult for the students to enjoy recess.
- The doctor put a restrictive diet plan in place to help the patient lose weight.
- The new law put a restrictive limit on how many people could attend public gatherings.
- The athlete's injury was so restrictive that they couldn't even walk without assistance.
- The company had to put some restrictive measures in place to avoid bankruptcy.
Quotes
The most dangerous leadership myth is that leaders are born-that there is a genetic factor to leadership. This myth asserts that people simply either have certain charismatic qualities or not. That's nonsense; in fact, the opposite is true. Leaders are made rather than born. - Warren Bennis
Art, freedom and creativity will change society faster than politics. - Victor Pinchuk
Freedom of speech is not a perquisite of the privileged but a right for all people. - Robert Alan