1
as in limits
a real or imaginary point beyond which a person or thing cannot go
the bridge has a weight limitation that bars heavy trucks from crossing it
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
2
as in restrictions
something that limits one's freedom of action or choice
the state has some fairly strict limitations on the sale and use of alcoholic beverages
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
3
as in constraints
the act or practice of keeping something (as an activity) within certain boundaries
the limitation on the number of vehicles allowed on the island does not sit well with year-round residents
Synonyms & Similar Words
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of limitations
To work around these limitations, epidemiologists in the field have turned to broader-spectrum diagnostic kits and alternative rapid assays, though shortages of testing supplies and the logistical difficulties of operating in remote outbreak regions continue to hamper response efforts.
—
Encyclopedia Britannica, 29 May 2026
Remedies range from re-testing to limitations on the license to suspension or more, depending on the driver’s competency.
—R. Eric Thomas, Denver Post, 29 May 2026
Senators voted 33-6 Thursday in favor of the resolution, which allows the audit to be carried out, but with extensive limitations.
—Tim Dunn, Boston Herald, 29 May 2026
However, experts say AI still has limitations.
—Katie Garch, The Orlando Sentinel, 29 May 2026
Meink talked about the growing challenge to find space to launch amid the geographical limitations at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida and Vandenberg Space Force Base in California.
—Stephen Clark, ArsTechnica, 29 May 2026
Chronic pain continues to affect millions of Americans and is associated with significant limitations in daily functioning, including impacts on work, mobility, and overall quality of life.
—Daniel Fusch, USA Today, 28 May 2026
Organizations should be able to identify who owns the final employment decision, what role technology played in shaping that outcome, whether human review was meaningful, and whether decision-makers understand the limitations of the tools influencing their workflows.
—Alonzo Martinez, Forbes.com, 22 May 2026
However, the study had significant limitations, and more research is needed to confirm this connection.
—Sanja Jelic, Verywell Health, 22 May 2026
Encyclopedia Britannica, 29 May 2026
Remedies range from re-testing to limitations on the license to suspension or more, depending on the driver’s competency.
—R. Eric Thomas, Denver Post, 29 May 2026
Senators voted 33-6 Thursday in favor of the resolution, which allows the audit to be carried out, but with extensive limitations.
—Tim Dunn, Boston Herald, 29 May 2026
However, experts say AI still has limitations.
—Katie Garch, The Orlando Sentinel, 29 May 2026
Meink talked about the growing challenge to find space to launch amid the geographical limitations at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida and Vandenberg Space Force Base in California.
—Stephen Clark, ArsTechnica, 29 May 2026
Chronic pain continues to affect millions of Americans and is associated with significant limitations in daily functioning, including impacts on work, mobility, and overall quality of life.
—Daniel Fusch, USA Today, 28 May 2026
Organizations should be able to identify who owns the final employment decision, what role technology played in shaping that outcome, whether human review was meaningful, and whether decision-makers understand the limitations of the tools influencing their workflows.
—Alonzo Martinez, Forbes.com, 22 May 2026
However, the study had significant limitations, and more research is needed to confirm this connection.
—Sanja Jelic, Verywell Health, 22 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for limitations
Noun
-
The Kenyan government's Lake Turkana Fisheries Management Plan has imposed regulations designed to protect juvenile fish and make certain breeding grounds off limits to fishing.—
Tommy Trenchard,
NPR,
31 May 2026
-
The figures don't include properties within incorporated cities’ limits.—
Kristen Taketa,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
31 May 2026
Noun
-
The rankings were made based on several factors, from laws related to bathroom access to restrictions on drag performances to state leadership scores and shield laws.—
Finch Walker,
USA Today,
2 June 2026
-
While Chicago has long regulated street vending through permits and restrictions, vendors and advocates say the recent enforcement appears more coordinated and punitive than in the past.—
Laura Rodríguez Presa,
Chicago Tribune,
2 June 2026
Noun
-
That comes as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky told CBS News that Ukraine is only getting about 60 to 65 interceptor missiles each month, given production constraints.—
Lauren Kent,
CNN Money,
4 June 2026
-
Certain parts are engineered to be systematically replaced during routine maintenance, which lowers initial manufacturing constraints and reduces long-term operational overhead.—
Aman Tripathi,
Interesting Engineering,
3 June 2026
Noun
-
To the west of the park boundaries lie a handful of private concessions, housing a few riverside lodgings.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
-
Great Hikes Most hikes within the main boundaries of TRNP are fairly manageable and short—often less than a mile.—
Julia Sayers Gokhale,
Midwest Living,
1 June 2026
Cite this Entry
“Limitations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/limitations. Accessed 8 Jun. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
