Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

restrictive

adjective
/rɪˈstrɪk.tɪv/
Definition
Imposing limitations or constraints on something.
Examples
  • Her restrictive dress code made it hard for students to express themselves.
  • The new laws are seen as restrictive to personal freedoms.
  • A restrictive diet can lead to health issues if not managed properly.
Meaning
A term used to describe something that limits or hinders freedom, options, or growth.
Synonyms
  • limiting
  • confining
  • restrictive
  • inhibiting
  • controlling