Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
restrained
adjective
/rɪˈstreɪnd/
Definition
Controlled or limited in action, behavior, or expression.
Examples
- She offered a restrained smile during the tense meeting.
- His restrained enthusiasm was evident when he received the news.
- The artist’s restrained brush strokes added elegance to the painting.
Meaning
Restrained describes a state where someone or something exercises moderation or holds back from excessive behavior.
Synonyms
- Controlled
- Moderate
- Limited
- Calm
- Subdued
