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What is another word for Restrained? – 231 Restrained Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    controlled reserved moderate calm composed sober subdued muted toned-down limited restricted constrained disciplined self-controlled dignified decent seemly restrained unemotional dispassionate unflappable unruffled imperturbable tranquil serene peaceful gentle soft muted hushed quiet still silent unobtrusive low-key understated subtle discreet tactful considerate thoughtful cautious careful prudent judicious wise sensible rational reasonable measured balanced tempered curbed checked held-back suppressed stifled smothered repressed pent-up bottled-up inhibited

    Meaning of Restrained

    Held back or controlled, especially in order to prevent something from becoming too great or extreme

    Definitions

    • Not showing or expressing emotions, especially strong emotions such as anger or excitement
    • Officially or formally limited or restricted, often by rules or laws

    Example Uses

    • The crowd was restrained by the police, who formed a barrier to prevent them from getting too close to the stage
    • She was restrained in her criticism, not wanting to offend anyone
    • The government has introduced new laws to restrain the power of the media
    • He was restrained in his reaction to the news, trying not to show his true feelings

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    unrestrained uncontrolled unchecked unbridled unlimited unrestricted unconstrained uninhibited uncurbed unchecked unrepressed un contained exaggerated excessive immoderate intemperate unbalanced unreasonable irrational impulsive impetuous passionate emotional vehement violent fierce intense extreme unmanageable uncontrollable ungovernable unregulated unordered chaotic turbulent tumultuous tempestuous

    Related Nouns

    restraint control limitation restriction constraint discipline moderation calmness composure sobriety reserve dignity decency seemliness self-control poise balance temperance prudence caution carefulness judiciousness wisdom sensibility rationality reasonableness measure balance temper curb check bridle rein leash muzzle gag straitjacket

    Related Verbs

    restrain control limit restrict constrain discipline moderate calm compose sober subdue mute tone-down curb check hold-back suppress stifle smother repress inhibit pent-up bottle-up restrain contain govern regulate manage direct guide lead conduct command

    Related Adjectives

    controlled reserved moderate calm composed sober subdued muted toned-down limited restricted constrained disciplined self-controlled dignified decent seemly restrained unemotional dispassionate unflappable unruffled imperturbable tranquil serene peaceful gentle soft muted hushed quiet still silent unobtrusive low-key understated subtle discreet tactful considerate thoughtful cautious careful prudent judicious wise sensible rational reasonable measured balanced tempered curbed checked held-back suppressed stifled smothered repressed pent-up bottled-up inhibited