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CONSTRAIN

(verb)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Constrain.

How to pronounce constrain:

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Constrain - as a verb

Compel to behave in a certain way

Example: "Social relations impose courtesy"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
enforceimpose

To close within bounds, or otherwise limit or deprive of free movement

Example: "This holds the local until the express passengers change trains"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
confineholdrestrain
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
disabledisenableincapacitate
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Severely restrict in scope or extent

Example: "Tighten the rules"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
stiffentightentighten up

Example Sentences

"I need to constrain my spending so I can save for a vacation."
"The prisoner was constrained by the handcuffs."
"The tight deadline constrained the team's ability to deliver a high-quality product."
"She felt constrained by social norms and longed for more freedom."
"The law was designed to constrain the power of the government."
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Word Game Points

Is CONSTRAIN a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, constrain is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

CONSTRAIN has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.

Is CONSTRAIN a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, constrain is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
CONSTRAIN has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.

Is CONSTRAIN a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, constrain is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
CONSTRAIN has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.

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