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Synonyms & Similar Words
restricted
limited
narrowed
tightened
compressed
squeezed
confined
cramped
pinched
strained
tense
stiff
rigid
inflexible
constricted
narrowed down
reduced
diminished
lessened
curtailed
cut back
compressed
compacted
squeezed tight
shoehorned
hemmed
bounded
circumscribed
restrained
controlled
regulated
governed
Meaning of Constricted
The primary meaning of the word "Constricted" is being restricted or limited in size, scope, or movement.
Definitions
- Made or become tight or narrower, typically as a result of being squeezed or restricted
- * Limited or restricted in size, scope, or movement
- * Having a tight or narrowed part, such as a constricted blood vessel
Etymology of Constricted
The word "Constricted" comes from the Latin words "con" meaning "together" and "stringere" meaning "to draw tight", with the past participle "constrictus" being the source of the English word
Historically, the word has been used to describe physical restrictions, such as a constricted airway, as well as more abstract limitations, like constricted opportunities
Example Uses
- The constricted blood vessel reduced blood flow to the affected area
- * The hikers had to navigate through the constricted canyon, which made it difficult to pass
- * The constricted economy led to reduced spending and investment
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
expanded
enlarged
increased
widened
broadened
extended
augmented
amplified
magnified
multiplied
enhanced
intensified
unrestricted
unlimited
unconfined
unrestrained
unregulated
ungoverned
relaxed
loosened
freed
opened
released