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CONFINE TO Synonyms

There are 2 synonyms of the phrase confine to. (exact relations)
There are 12 hypernyms of the phrase confine to. (close relations)
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confinesconfining

Best Alternative Words for CONFINE TO

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circumscribe
verbv
verb

• draw a line around

• restrict or confine within limits

• to draw a geometric figure around another figure so that the two are in contact but do not intersect

limit
verb, nounv, n
noun

• the greatest possible degree of something

• final or latest limiting point

• as far as something can go

• the boundary of a specific area

• the mathematical value toward which a function goes as the independent variable approaches infinity

• the greatest amount of something that is possible or allowed

verb

• place limits on (extent or amount or access)

• restrict or confine within limits

• decide upon or fix definitely

Best Hypernyms For CONFINE TO

Here is a list of related hypernyms for confine to, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (11)
bound confine control curb decrease inhibit lessen limit minify restrain restrict
Phrases (1)
hold back

Alternatives for CIRCUMSCRIBE

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