Word
restricting
Phoneticsre·strict·ing, stress on the second syllable
US/ɹiˈstɹɪktɪŋ/
UK/ɹɪstɹˈɪktɪŋ/
Definition
adj. limiting what you can do or how you can move.
adj. serving to limit or confine freedom, movement, or scope. Often used to describe rules, clothing, or physical environments.
Examples
“The new laws are very restricting.”
“The athlete found the tight bandage too restricting and asked the trainer to loosen it before the race.”
“While the legal framework was designed to prevent fraud, many small business owners argued that the overly restricting regulations actually stifled innovation and discouraged new market entries.”
Examples
simple
“The new laws are very restricting.”
contextual
“The athlete found the tight bandage too restricting and asked the trainer to loosen it before the race.”
complex
“While the legal framework was designed to prevent fraud, many small business owners argued that the overly restricting regulations actually stifled innovation and discouraged new market entries.”
Real-World Examples
“As China, India and other countries move to clamp down on these drugs, some argue that restricting access further could create different dangers.” “Afghanistan has one of the world's highest maternal mortality rates - rules restricting treatment by male doctors mean many women and girls are unable to access healthcare.” Synonyms
Antonyms
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
- Frequency
- Frequent
- Level
- B2 · Upper Intermediate
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