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Meaning of curbed
The primary meaning of the word "curbed" is to control or restrict something, especially a feeling or activity.
Etymology of curbed
The word "curbed" originates from the verb "curb", which comes from the Old French word "corbe", meaning "curve" or "bend", and is related to the Latin word "curvare", meaning "to bend"
Historically, the word "curb" referred to a chain or strap used to control an animal, and its meaning has since expanded to include the control or restriction of feelings, activities, or growth
Synonyms
restricted
limited
controlled
restrained
checked
hindered
blocked
obstructed
impeded
barred
prohibited
forbidden
suppressed
stifled
repressed
constrained
confined
bounded
governed
regulated
moderated
tempered
mitigated
alleviated
reduced
lessened
diminished
curtailed
truncated
shortened
abated
allayed
assuaged
soothed
calmed
quieted
stilled
muted
subdued
tamed
domesticated
disciplined
Definitions
- Past tense and past participle of curb, meaning to control or restrict something, especially a feeling or activity
- To restrain or hold back a strong feeling, especially anger or enthusiasm
- To limit or restrict the growth, development, or activity of something
Usage Examples
- The new policy has curbed the company's spending on unnecessary expenses
- Her enthusiasm was curbed when she heard the bad news
- The government has implemented measures to curb the spread of the disease
Antonyms
unrestricted
unlimited
uncontrolled
unrestrained
unchecked
unblocked
unobstructed
unimpeded
unleashed
unbridled
intensified
increased
heightened
amplified
exaggerated
enhanced
accelerated
boosted
strengthened
augmented
expanded
prolonged
extended
escalated
magnified
inflated