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

Trump said companies would largely be responsible for policing themselves rather than relying on new government restrictions. — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 29 Sep. 2026

It’s been used to raise funds for Kenosha shooter Kyle Rittenhouse, a Minnesota woman caught using a racist slur on camera and to support Canadian truckers who blocked highways in protest of Covid restrictions. — David K. Li, NBC news, 28 Sep. 2026

The bill would shield those parties from federal lawsuits relating to the enforcement of restrictions on athlete compensation, transfers and recruitment. — Daniel Libit, Sportico.com, 28 Sep. 2026

The fans want lower prices and more access to the parks without restriction. — Todd Spangler, Variety, 28 Sep. 2026