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constriction

The word “constriction” has 3 syllables: con-stric-tion

It's pronounced as /kənˈstrɪk.ʃən/

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In the thesaurus, “constriction” has 23 synonyms and 10 antonyms.

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

Synonyms for constriction

Antonyms for constriction

Meanings of constriction

  • noun
    1. The act of constricting, the state of being constricted, or something that constricts.
    2. A narrow part of something; a stricture.
    3. A compression.

Example Sentences

  • The patient experienced chest pain due to a constriction in the arteries.
  • A tight collar can cause a feeling of constriction around the neck.
  • The snake killed its prey through constriction.
  • Emotional stress may lead to muscle constriction.
  • The constriction of blood vessels can reduce oxygen flow to tissues.

On this page you'll find 33 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to constriction, such as: abbreviation, abridgement, abridgment, compacting, compaction, compression, concentration.

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