Synonyms of constricting

constricting 1 of 2

noun

as in squeezing

the act or process of reducing the size or volume of something by or as if by pressing

the constant constricting of the animal's throat had caused permanent damage

Synonyms & Similar Words

• squeezing
• compression
• constriction
• contracting
• squeeze
• condensing
• contraction
• condensation
• consolidation
• compaction
• concentration
• compacting
• telescoping
• curtailment
• shortening
• abridgement
• abbreviation
• decreasing
• abridgment
• streamlining
• simplification
• lessening
• diminishment

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• expansion
• decompression
• dispersion
• scattering
• dilation
• inflation
• dissipation
• swelling
• distention
• distension

constricting

2 of 2

verb

present participle of constrict

1

as in shrinking

to become smaller in size or volume through the drawing together of particles of matter

the vessel constricted, thereby reducing the flow of blood

Synonyms & Similar Words

• shrinking
• compressing
• condensing
• decreasing
• contracting
• collapsing
• flattening
• diminishing
• withdrawing
• retreating
• shrivelling
• lessening
• shriveling
• dwindling
• withering
• receding
• deflating
• drying up
• wilting
• abating

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• expanding
• swelling
• increasing
• growing
• accumulating
• ballooning
• snowballing
• inflating
• puffing (up)
• ballooning

2

as in compressing

to reduce in size or volume by or as if by pressing parts or members together

constricted the opening with a clamp

Synonyms & Similar Words

• compressing
• squeezing
• condensing
• packing
• consolidating
• contracting
• collapsing
• compacting
• simplifying
• narrowing (down)
• telescoping
• constringing
• cramming
• curtailing
• capsulizing
• capsuling
• crowding
• shrinking
• shortening
• decreasing
• abridging
• jamming
• downsizing
• streamlining
• abbreviating
• diminishing
• jam-packing
• concentrating
• lessening
• boiling down

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• expanding
• opening
• dilating
• dispersing
• dissipating
• decompressing
• swelling
• scattering
• outstretching
• distending
• outspreading
• inflating

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of constricting

Noun

Wildlife art can be confining, constricting, customary; contemporary artists are assuring its survival and vibrancy by breaking from the traditional. —Chadd Scott, Forbes.com, 31 Aug. 2025

Verb

Cities also have lot size minimums constricting the number of homes that can be built, speakers said. —Arkansas Online, 4 Sep. 2025

Heipeiwa Cotton-linen Wide-leg Trousers For a more elevated look, consider these wide-leg linen trousers as a comfy alternative to constricting dress pants. —Melony Forcier, Travel + Leisure, 23 Aug. 2025

Bamboo and merino fabrics regulate temperature and wick away moisture, while the seamless construction supports your legs without constricting. —Jené Luciani Sena, FOXNews.com, 7 Aug. 2025

The aim is to limit Moscow’s revenue from oil exports, constricting the country’s ability to finance its war in Ukraine. —Emma Graham, CNBC, 6 Aug. 2025

Population growth as recorded by the household survey is holding steady near previous years’ levels—contradicting assertions that tighter immigration is meaningfully constricting the labor market. —Preston Fore, Fortune, 5 Aug. 2025

Unable to eat and drink with the jar constricting her breathing, the bear had been spotted multiple times in late July in the Iron River area, according to the Chequamegon Humane Association. —Mike Stunson, Kansas City Star, 4 Aug. 2025

The crossbody bag option, meanwhile, is less constricting and makes a stylish statement piece on top of any casual outfit. —Clint Davis, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Dec. 2024

But his refusal to adhere to facts isn’t constricting. —Stephanie Zacharek, TIME, 25 Dec. 2024