circumscribed
verbHow many syllables in circumscribed?
There are 3 syllables in the word circumscribed.Divide circumscribed into syllables:
cir · cum · scribed
How to pronounce circumscribed:
Definition of circumscribed:
- circumscribed (verb):
- to constrict (see constrict sense 1) the range or activity of definitely and clearly
Synonyms for circumscribed:
bounded
confined
defined
definite
determinate
finite
limited
measured
narrow
restricted
specific
Antonyms for circumscribed:
abounding
abundant
adequate
amaranthine
ample
bottomless
boundless
broad-minded
ceaseless
constant
continual
continuous
cosmic
countless
deathless
dimensionless
endless
enduring
enormous
eternal
everlasting
extensive
fathomless
free
generous
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