🚫Restriction

noun
/rɪˈstrɪk.ʃən/

Meaning

a limiting condition or measure; the limitation or control of someone or something
a rule or law that limits or controls something

Example Sentences

There are strict restrictions on smoking in public places.

The new restrictions will affect the business hours.

Synonyms

limitation, constraint, ban, prohibition, curb, restraint
Entry 1
limitation, constraint, ban, prohibition
Entry 2
limitation, constraint, curb, restraint

Antonyms

freedom, permission, allowance, liberty
Entry 1
freedom, permission, allowance, liberty
Entry 2
freedom, liberty, allowance

Collocations

impose restrictions, travel restrictions, age restrictions, strict restrictions, lift restrictions, government restrictions
Entry 1
impose restrictions, travel restrictions, age restrictions, strict restrictions
Entry 2
impose restrictions, lift restrictions, government restrictions, travel restrictions

More Example Sentences

Am I allowed to keep pets, or are there any restrictions in the lease regarding that?

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