constrain - Meaning in Konkani

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constrain - Meaning in Konkani

constrain Word Forms & Inflections

Definitions and Meaning of constrain in English

constrain verb

1. severely restrict in scope or extent

   Synonyms

   stiffen, tighten up, tighten

   Examples

   • "stiffen the regulations"
   • "tighten the rules"
2. to close within bounds, or otherwise limit or deprive of free movement

   Synonyms

   confine, hold, restrain

   Examples

   • "About a dozen animals were held inside the stockade"
   • "The illegal immigrants were held at a detention center"
   • "The terrorists held the journalists for ransom"
   • "This holds the local until the express passengers change trains"
3. compel to behave in a certain way

   Synonyms

   enforce, impose

   Examples

   • "duty constrains one to act often contrary to one's desires or inclinations"
   • "Social relations impose courtesy"

Synonyms of constrain

• stiffen, tighten, tighten up
• confine, hold, restrain
• enforce, impose

More matches for constrain

noun 

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