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constraint

/kənˈstɹeɪnt/noun2 syllables

Constraint means: the state of being physically constrained.

Synonyms for constraint1

noun, as in the state of being physically constrained

noun, as in a device that retards something's motion

What does constraint mean?3

noun

1

the state of being physically constrained“dogs should be kept under restraint”

2

a device that retards something's motion“the car did not have proper restraints fitted”

3

the act of constraining; the threat or use of force to control the thoughts or behavior of others

Definitions from the Open English WordNet, CC BY 4.0.

What rhymes with constraint?7

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Constraint in a sentence

  • Due to budget constraints, the aircraft will be bought by a joint venture.motico
  • Following the rules was a constraint on my creativity.ddnktr
  • Supply chain constraints have thrust prices upwards considerably.AlanF_US
  • I prefer to maintain my independence and freedom without the constraints of marriage.Nuel
  • I think I've showed considerable constraint under the circumstances.darinmex
  • The cost of electricity is a chief constraint for Senegal's development.The_World_Factbook
  • In order to find a proper solution, we need to know which constraints we face.AlanF_US
  • There are few legal constraints on the sale of firearms in the U.S.CM

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Forms of constraint

as a noun

plural
constraints