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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Because pre-IPO investors are restricted from selling shares for a while, it can take time to find willing sellers among those who bought shares in a high-demand IPO.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 12, 2026

Robinhood customers who sell IPO shares within 30 days will be restricted from participating in future IPOs for a 60-day span.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 11, 2026

However, in some countries, VPN use is restricted or banned, so be sure to check local laws when traveling.

From Salon • Jun. 10, 2026

A spokesperson for Kingston Council said current regulations restricted plastic fencing and visitors were asked to remove cellophane wrappers from flowers.

From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026

For many lads, it’s their lifeblood, and it shouldn’t be restricted, withdrawn, or used manipulatively except under the most serious circumstances.

From "Geeks: How Two Lost Boys Rode the Internet Out of Idaho" by Jon Katz

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