Restrained
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ɹɪˈstɹeɪnd/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Restrained is an adjective meaning Held back, limited, kept in check or under control.
Meaning
Held back, limited, kept in check or under control.
More Meanings
- simple past and past participle of restrain
- (obsolete) Proscribed, restricted.
Example Sentences
He was restrained by the straight jacket.
He greeted her for the first time in three years with a restrained embrace.
Ha? fie, these filthy vices. It were as good To pardon him, that hath from nature stolne a man already made, as to remit Their sawcie sweetnes, that do coyne heauens Image In stamps that are forbid: 'tis all as easie, Falsely to take away a life true made, As to put mettle in restrained meanes To make a false one.
Synonyms for restrained
Depending on context, synonyms include low-key, understated, reticent, subdued, modest, close.
Antonyms for restrained
Common opposites include unrestrained.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include bated, close, subdued, guarded, contained, temperate.
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