restraint
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Sense: Noun: self-control
Synonyms:
self-control, self-restraint, self-discipline Collocations, discipline Collocations, control Collocations, constraint Collocations, reserve Collocations, abstemiousness, abstention, temperance, self-denial, moderation, holding back, repression, reticence
Antonyms:
slackness, laxity, self-indulgence, wildness, abandon Collocations, agitation, nervousness, tension Collocations, fluster, arousal Collocations, impatience, get worked up
Sense: Noun: limitation
Synonyms:
limitation, check Collocations, control Collocations, brake Collocations, restriction, condition Collocations, obstacle Collocations, hindrance Collocations, barrier Collocations, curb Collocations, impediment, deterrent Collocations, rein Collocations, bridle
Antonyms:
disorder Collocations, liberty, license Collocations, freedom Collocations, green light, indulgence, allowance Collocations, permission Collocations, help Collocations, aid Collocations, assistance Collocations, rubber stamp, encouragement Collocations, incentive Collocations
Sense: Noun: fetters - usually plural
Synonyms:
fetters, bonds, chains, handcuffs, cuffs , shackles, bindings, manacles, straps, ball and chain, harness Collocations, straitjacket
Antonyms:
keys