Synonyms of limitations

limitations

noun

plural of limitation

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

• limits
• confines
• boundaries
• lines
• ends
• barriers
• bounds
• caps
• ceilings
• extents
• terminations
• edges
• borders
• fences
• extremities
• margins
• restraints
• walls
• termini
• fag ends
• rims
• verges
• hedges
• stops
• brims
• bars
• outsides

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

• restrictions
• constraints
• restraints
• conditions
• strictures
• curbs
• prohibitions
• exceptions
• fetters
• stipulations
• checks
• circumscriptions
• qualifications
• reservations
• strings
• provisos
• bans
• proscriptions

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• freedoms
• latitudes

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

• restrictions
• constraints
• restraints
• confinements
• reins
• segregations
• stints
• isolations
• circumscriptions
• containments

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of limitations

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

McCaffrey is set to face the Aaron Donald-less Rams without limitations or concerns. — Andy Behrens, New York Times, 9 Sep. 2026

The analysis gives every product listing equal weight and does not separately assess whether polyester is virgin or recycled—limitations that complicate comparisons among fast-fashion, activewear and outdoor brands. — Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 8 Sep. 2026

The architecture also uses optical connections to overcome the physical distance limitations of electrical signaling. — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 8 Sep. 2026

More recently, researchers developed a newer method of geolocation that uses atmospheric pressure to circumvent these limitations. — Stephanie Szarmach, The Conversation, 8 Sep. 2026

Study limitations Zhavoronkov stressed that the findings are preliminary. — Melissa Rudy, FOXNews.com, 8 Sep. 2026

Transplants of muscle stem cells are a promising avenue for research, having distinct advantages over other tissues in their ability to encourage the growth of new blood vessels and limitations on rapid growth. — Mike McRae 02, New Atlas, 3 Sep. 2026