Synonyms of restriction

restriction

noun

ri-ˈstrik-shən 

1

as in limitation

something that limits one's freedom of action or choice

the logging company decided to relocate to another state where there would be fewer restrictions on its operations

Synonyms & Similar Words

• limitation
• constraint
• restraint
• condition
• prohibition
• curb
• exception
• stricture
• ban
• circumscription
• check
• stipulation
• fetter
• proviso
• qualification
• strings
• reservation
• proscription

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• freedom
• latitude

2

as in constraint

the act or practice of keeping something (as an activity) within certain boundaries

the restriction of surfing to the southern end of the beach rankled some surfers

Synonyms & Similar Words

• limitation
• constraint
• confinement
• circumscription
• restraint
• isolation
• stint
• segregation
• rein
• containment

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of restriction

Those restrictions are similar to what California legislators have spent years pushing for. — Stephen Hobbs, Sacbee.com, 27 Aug. 2026

See usage restrictions As part of the settlement, Meta agreed to implement changes to its platforms for users under 18. — Melina Khan, USA Today, 27 Aug. 2026

Butler confirmed with the Statesman that the urban renewal agency supports including the restrictions in the deed. — Noah Daly august 27, Idaho Statesman, 27 Aug. 2026

But with Lake Okeechobee still well below average and under water-restriction rules, little water is flowing south. — Jenny Staletovich, Miami Herald, 27 Aug. 2026