Constricting Synonyms and Antonyms

To check the freedom and spontaneity of
(Verb)
Synonyms:
  1. inhibiting
  2. cramping
  3. constraining
Squeeze or press together
(Verb)
Synonyms:
  1. squeezing
  2. tightening
  3. compressing
  4. cramping
  5. pressing
  6. tensing
  7. strangling
  8. contracting
  9. shrinking
  10. restricting
  11. limiting
  12. inhibiting
  13. hampering
  14. gripping
  15. curbing
  16. compacting
  17. constraining
  18. confining
  19. choking
  20. binding
Antonyms:
  1. freeing
  2. releasing
  3. opening
  4. loosening
  5. expanding
To reduce in size, as by drawing together
(Verb)
Synonyms:
  1. shrinking
  2. contracting
  3. compressing
  4. compacting
Become tight or as if tight
(Verb)
Synonyms:
  1. narrowing
(of circumstances) tending to constrict freedom
(Adjective)
Synonyms:
  1. constrictive
  2. narrowing

Constricting Sentence Examples

  • Her throat was constricting with emotion, so she responded flippantly.

  • They should never feel tight or constricting.

  • However, if your milk supply seems diminished, be sure your underwire bra is not too constricting.

  • Your child's pajamas shouldn't be constricting, but they also don't need to be too large.

  • Using real kids as fit models guarantees the garments are comfortable and allow kids to run and play without binding or constricting their movements.

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