Synonyms: restriction, limitation
Definition: an act of limiting or restricting (as by regulation)
Similar words: regulating, regulation
Definition: the act of controlling or directing according to rule
Usage: fiscal regulations are in the hands of politicians
Synonyms: restriction, confinement
Definition: the act of keeping something within specified bounds (by force if necessary)
Usage: the restriction of the infection to a focal area
Similar words: restraint
Definition: the act of controlling by restraining someone or something
Usage: the unlawful restraint of trade
Synonyms: restriction, limitation
Definition: a principle that limits the extent of something
Usage: I am willing to accept certain restrictions on my movements
Similar words: rule, regulation
Definition: a principle or condition that customarily governs behavior
Usage: it was his rule to take a walk before breakfast; short haircuts were the regulation