CIRCUMSCRIPTIONS Synonyms: 27 Similar and Opposite Words

circumscriptions

noun

plural of circumscription

as in restrictions

something that limits one's freedom of action or choice such circumscriptions on the freedom of speech are antithetical to a free and open society

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as in limitations

the act or practice of keeping something (as an activity) within certain boundaries electronic monitoring bracelets are sometimes used to impose a circumscription of movement on people awaiting trial

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Noun

That’s where the Senate bill comes in, with prohibitions on pro athletes playing college sports, firm limits on eligibility and transfers, restrictions on some conference realignment, and a higher cap on schools’ spending to pay and retain athletes.

— Burgess Everett, semafor.com, 11 Sep. 2026
Its enactment comes at a time when Big Tech, in the face of mounting legal challenges, has shown greater willingness to accept new restrictions.

— Reuters, NBC news, 11 Sep. 2026

Definition of restrictions

Noun

With the construction limitations and the lack of ownership, there’s no true incentive to economically develop the site.

— Desiree Mathurin, Charlotte Observer, 9 Sep. 2026
Knowing that his playing career would come to an end in college because of his physical limitations, Adams started looking around at how Boise State could pave the path for the next step in his career as a coach.

— Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 Sep. 2026

Definition of limitations

Noun

Satellite operators need efficient thrusters, but propulsion hardware must also fit tight spacecraft mass and integration constraints.

— Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 10 Sep. 2026
It was made by whoever decided what success meant, what access existed, what constraints were removed and what failure was acceptable.

— Beth Miller, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2026

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