restraint
nounHow many syllables in restraint?
There are 2 syllables in the word restraint.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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