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restraint
noun
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Divide restraint into syllables:

re · straint

How to pronounce restraint:

Definition of restraint:

restraint (noun):
something that restrains
an act of restraining the state of being restrained
the act of controlling by restraining someone or something.

Synonyms for restraint:

ban
boycott
bridle
chasteness
check
collar
composure
confinement
constraint
containment
continence
control
curb
curtailment
damper
discipline
discretion
disqualification
embargo
immobilisation
immobilization
immobilizing
inhibition
interdict
leash
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Antonyms for restraint:

acquittal
advance
advancement
advantage
aggression
agitation
aid
allowance
approval
arousal
asset
assist
assistance
assistant
backing
backup
beginning
benefit
blessing
boldness
boon
boost
catalyst
cheerfulness
clearance
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