Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
curtailment
noun
/kərˈteɪlmənt/
Definition
The act of reducing or limiting something.
Examples
- The curtailment of public services led to widespread dissatisfaction among residents.
- Due to budget cuts, the curtailment of programs was necessary this year.
- Many employees were affected by the curtailment of their working hours.
Meaning
Curtailment refers to the process of cutting short or diminishing something, often in terms of resources, rights, or activities.
Synonyms
- reduction
- cut
- restriction
- diminishment
- limitation
