| Roget's II: The New Thesaurus | ||
| Main Entry: | constrain | |
| Part of Speech: | verb | |
| Definition: | To check the freedom and spontaneity of. | |
| Synonyms: | constrict, cramp, inhibit | |
| Synonym Collection v1.1 | ||
| Main Entry: | constrain | |
| Part of Speech: | verb | |
| Synonyms: | check, clasp, coerce, compel, compress, confine, constrict, curb, deny, deprive, deter, distress, enforce, fain, force, impel, inhibit, limit, oblige, oppress, press, ravish, repress, restrain, restrict, secure, squash, stifle, subdue, urge, violate | |
| Roget's II: The New Thesaurus | ||
| Main Entry: | force | |
| Part of Speech: | verb | |
| Definition: | To cause (a person or thing) to act or move in spite of resistance. | |
| Synonyms: | coerce, compel, make, obligate, oblige, pressure | |
| Roget's II: The New Thesaurus | ||
| Main Entry: | restrain | |
| Part of Speech: | verb | |
| Definition: | To control, restrict, or arrest. | |
| Synonyms: | bit, brake, bridle, check, curb, hold, hold back, hold down, hold in, inhibit, keep, keep back, pull in, rein | |
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