constrain
Translation
to constrain, to restrict, to compel
Examples
Lack of funding will constrain the project.
Lack of funding will constrain the project.
She felt constrained to apologize.
She felt constrained to apologise.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to limit or restrict (sth.) Lack of funding will constrain the project.
((sb.)) ((to-inf)) to force (sb.) to do (sth.) She felt constrained to apologise.
Similar Words
Synonyms: restrict, limit, compel, force; Antonyms: free, release, liberate
Etymology
From Latin 'constringere' (to bind together, tie up). 'con-' (together) + 'stringere' (to draw tight).
Memory Tips
Imagine being tied up with a 'string' ('-strain'), which limits your movement.