Pronunciation: /rɪˈstrɪktɪv/
noun a word or phrase that limits or restricts the meaning of another word or phrase
A1 I don't like the restrictive rules at my school.
A2 The restrictive policies of the company are making employees unhappy.
B1 The restrictive nature of the contract made it difficult for me to make changes.
B2 The restrictive regulations imposed by the government are causing frustration among business owners.
C1 The restrictive measures put in place by the authorities have helped to control the spread of the virus.
C2 The restrictive laws in this country severely limit freedom of speech.
adjective limiting or controlling someone or something
A1 The rules at the swimming pool are very restrictive.
A2 Some countries have very restrictive laws regarding freedom of speech.
B1 The company has a restrictive dress code for employees.
B2 The new software has a restrictive user interface that may be difficult for beginners.
C1 The contract included several restrictive clauses that limited the company's flexibility.
C2 The government implemented a highly restrictive policy to control inflation.
formal The new policy has implemented more restrictive measures to ensure compliance.
informal The rules are getting more and more restrictive around here.
slang Man, these restrictions are really cramping my style.
figurative Her overbearing attitude felt like a restrictive cage around me.
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