restricken

/ˈrɛstrɪkən/

Definitions

1. verb

to make something subject to a restraint or restriction

“The new law restricken the freedom of speech for the citizens.”

2. adjective

subject to a restraint or restriction

“The restricken economy has led to a sharp decline in business.”

3. adjective

no longer free from restraint or restriction

“The government has become restricken in its policies, failing to address the crisis.”

Synonyms

  • restrained
  • restricted

Antonyms

  • unrestrained
  • unrestricted