restraint Meaning & Definition
/ɹɪˈstɹeɪnt/
What Does Restraint Mean?
Restraint is a noun that means Something that restrains, ties, fastens or secures. It can also mean Control or caution; reserve.
Restraint in Brief
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ɹɪˈstɹeɪnt/ |
| Synonyms | control, constraint and chasteness |
| Antonyms | unrestraint |
| Plural | restraints |
Restraint Definition (Noun)
- Something that restrains, ties, fastens or secures.
Make sure all the restraints are tight.
- Control or caution; reserve.
Try to exercise restraint when talking to your boss.
Synonyms of Restraint
Restraint synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Restraint
Restraint in a Sentence
Make sure all the restraints are tight.
Try to exercise restraint when talking to your boss.
Word Forms & Grammar
restraint (countable and uncountable, plural restraints)
Words That Rhyme With Restraint
Origin of Restraint
From Middle English restreynte, from Old French restreinte; more at restrain.
Restraint: Your Questions Answered
What part of speech is restraint?
Restraint is a noun.
What is another word for restraint?
You can replace restraint with words such as control, constraint and chasteness. See the full list of restraint synonyms and antonyms.
What is the opposite of restraint?
The opposite of restraint is unrestraint.
What is the plural of restraint?
The plural of restraint is restraints.