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Meaning of constrained
The primary meaning of the word "constrained" is being forced or obliged to do something because of a rule, law, or situation.
Etymology of constrained
The word "constrained" originates from the Old French word "constraine," which is derived from the Latin words "con" (meaning "together") and "stringere" (meaning "to tighten" or "to draw tight")
Historically, the word has been used since the 15th century to describe something or someone being restricted or limited in some way
Synonyms
restricted
limited
confined
restrained
curbed
hindered
impeded
obstructed
blocked
barred
fettered
shackled
chained
bound
tied
gagged
muzzled
silenced
stifled
suppressed
repressed
controlled
regulated
governed
restricted
checked
bridled
tempered
moderated
alleviated
mitigated
eased
softened
cushioned
buffered
Definitions
- Forced or obliged to do something because of a rule, law, or situation
- * Limited or restricted in some way, especially because of a rule or law
- * Feeling or showing that you are not able to express your feelings or thoughts freely
Usage Examples
- The company was constrained by the tight budget and could not afford to hire more staff
- * She felt constrained by the traditional rules of her family and wanted to break free
- * The constrained space made it difficult to move around the room
Antonyms
unrestricted
unlimited
freed
released
unleashed
unbridled
unchecked
unregulated
ungoverned
uncontrolled
liberated
emancipated
unshackled
unfettered
unbound
untied
unmuzzled
unencumbered
unhampered
unhindered