Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
stricture
Noun
/ˈstrɪk.tʃər/
Definition
A limitation or restriction, often applied to behaviors, beliefs, or physical conditions.
Examples
- The strictures of the law were designed to ensure public safety.
- She found it difficult to live within the stricture of societal expectations.
- They criticized the stricture on freedom of expression.
Meaning
Stricture refers to a critical remark or a constraining rule that governs behavior or opinions.
Synonyms
- Restriction
- Limitation
- Constraint
- Regulation
- Rule
