Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
clampdown
noun
/ˈklæmp.daʊn/
Definition
A crackdown or strict enforcement on activities, often to prevent illegal or undesirable actions.
Examples
- The government announced a clampdown on various forms of tax evasion.
- In response to the protests, the police enforced a clampdown on public gatherings.
- The school’s clampdown on bullying resulted in a more positive atmosphere for students.
Meaning
The term refers to actions taken to stop or limit certain behaviors, typically by authorities or governing bodies.
Synonyms
- crackdown
- restriction
- intervention
- suppression
