restricted

[ri-strik-tid] / rɪˈstrɪk tɪd /

ADJECTIVE

limited

Synonyms

STRONGEST

barred blocked closed confined controlled defined deprived prescribed reduced restrained secured shortened tethered

STRONG

bound bounded bridled chained checked clogged cramped curbed decreased deterred diminished encircled fastened fettered foiled frustrated governed hampered hitched impeded inhibited manacled moderated modified narrowed obstructed prevented repressed stayed stopped suppressed surrounded tempered

WEAK

held-back reined in small

Antonyms

STRONG

free unbounded

Example Sentences

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“Drone operators should expect swift action if they violate restricted airspace.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2026

Effective in July, the rules also ban indirect transfers of restricted technology and data through cross-border personnel deployments, training programs or technical guidance.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026

The top earners being restricted by a salary cap is a phenomenon that has occurred in professional sports leagues, too.

From MarketWatch • May 28, 2026

The Menai Suspension Bridge, which links mainland north Wales to Anglesey, has been restricted to vehicles under 7.5 tonnes since repair works began in October 2022.

From BBC • May 27, 2026

Under the new rules, access to information about code breaking became more restricted.

From "The Woman All Spies Fear" by Amy Butler Greenfield

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