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constraint

The word “constraint” has 2 syllables: con-straint

It's pronounced as /kənˈstreɪnt/

What is synonym and antonym for constraint?

In the thesaurus, “constraint” has 41 synonyms and 15 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for constraint along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for constraint

Antonyms for constraint

Meanings of constraint

  • noun
    1. Something that constrains; a restriction.
    2. An irresistible force or compulsion.
    3. The repression of one's feelings.
    4. A condition that a solution to an optimization problem must satisfy.
    5. A linkage or other restriction that maintains database integrity.

Example Sentences

  • Budget constraint limited the scope of the project.
  • Time was the biggest constraint during the construction process.
  • The team worked around every constraint to meet the deadline.
  • A lack of available staff became a major constraint for the company.
  • The design was created with space constraint in mind.

On this page you'll find 56 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to constraint, such as: a must, aggression, allowance, arrest, arrogance, bashfulness, boldness.

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