restraint
noun | /restraint/
Essential WordsEASY
control that stops people from doing what they want
restraint
noun | /restraint/
Essential WordsEASYcontrol that stops people from doing what they want
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Synonyms
controlcheckrestrictionmoderation
Antonyms
freedomindulgencelicence
Examples
"Self-restraint helped him avoid making a hasty decision."
"The police used restraint to prevent the situation from escalating."
Source: Essential WordsAdded: 11/13/2025
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