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constrained Meaning & Definition

Q: What are the comparative and superlative forms of constrained?

The comparative form is more constrained and the superlative form is most constrained.

/kənˈstɹeɪnd/

What Does Constrained Mean?

As a verb, constrained means simple past and past participle of constrain. As an adjective, it means Kept within close bounds; confined.

Quick Facts About Constrained

Part of speech	verb, adjective
Pronunciation	//kənˈstɹeɪnd//
Syllables	1
Synonyms	compelled, strained and affected
Comparative / superlative	more constrained, most constrained

Constrained Definition (Verb)

simple past and past participle of constrain

Constrained as an Adjective

Kept within close bounds; confined.
Forced; compelled.

Verb

To force physically, by strong persuasion or pressuring; to compel; to oblige.
To keep within close bounds; to confine.
To reduce a result in response to limited resources.

Synonyms of Constrained

compelled strained affected obligate unnatural forced bound

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Antonyms of Constrained

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Constrained in a Sentence

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Word Forms & Grammar

constrained

constrained (comparative more constrained, superlative most constrained)

How Do You Say Constrained?

You say constrained as //kənˈstɹeɪnd//. It has 1 syllable.

Quick Answers About Constrained

Is constrained a verb or an adjective?

Constrained is mainly used as a verb, but it can also be used as an adjective.

What is another word for constrained?

Words with a similar meaning to constrained include compelled, strained and affected. See the full list of constrained synonyms and antonyms.

What are the comparative and superlative forms of constrained?

The comparative form is more constrained and the superlative form is most constrained.