restricted

[ri-strik-tid] / rɪˈstrɪk tɪd /

ADJECTIVE

limited

Synonyms

STRONGEST

barred blocked closed confined controlled defined deprived prescribed reduced restrained secured shortened tethered

STRONG

bound bounded bridled chained checked clogged cramped curbed decreased deterred diminished encircled fastened fettered foiled frustrated governed hampered hitched impeded inhibited manacled moderated modified narrowed obstructed prevented repressed stayed stopped suppressed surrounded tempered

WEAK

held-back reined in small

Antonyms

STRONG

free unbounded

Example Sentences

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Anthropic found that the model engaged in a behavior called “alignment faking” — deliberately disguising its true reasoning and dangerous capabilities to avoid being restricted by people.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 18, 2026

“It has had a psychological impact on my life; it has restricted me, and I can’t move freely if I have to travel to India,” he said.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 18, 2026

These chemicals are widely used to manufacture plastics, nonstick coatings, and replacement chemicals for substances already restricted under the Montreal Protocol.

From Science Daily • Apr. 16, 2026

“We require all our vendors to regularly conduct testing for restricted substances, including PFAS, by credible third-party agencies to confirm ongoing compliance.”

From Barron's • Apr. 13, 2026

This is not a situation restricted to astronomical objects, but only astronomical objects are so far away that the finite speed of light becomes important.

From "Cosmos" by Carl Sagan

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