Thesaurus
constriction
Synonyms and Antonyms of constriction
the act or process of reducing the size or volume of something by or as if by pressing <tried to ease the tie's constriction of his neck> Synonyms compacting, compaction, condensation, condensing, constricting, compression, contracting, contraction, squeeze, squeezing, telescopingRelated Words abbreviation, abridgment (or abridgement), curtailment, shortening; concentration, consolidation; simplification, streamlining; decreasing, diminishment, lesseningNear Antonyms dilation, dispersion, dissipation, scattering; distension (or distention), inflation, swellingAntonyms decompression, expansion
Learn More about constriction
-
Dictionary: Definition of constriction Medical Dictionary: Definition of constriction Spanish Central: Translation of constriction Nglish: Translation of constriction for Spanish speakers Britannica English: Translation of constriction for Arabic speakers Britannica.com: Encyclopedia article about constriction
Seen and Heard
What made you want to look up constriction? Please tell us where you read or heard it (including the quote, if possible).
Writing? Check your grammar now!