LIMIT


Meaning of LIMIT in English

n.

Function: verb

1

Synonyms: DEMARCATE 1, bound, delimit, delimitate, determine, mark (out), measure

2 to prescribe or serve as a restricting boundary FF1C; limited the naughty child to the house for three days FF1E; FF1C; ignorance that limits spiritual growth FF1E;

Synonyms: bar, circumscribe, confine, delimit, delimitate, prelimit, restrict

Related Words: constrict, contract, lessen, narrow, pinch; check, curb, hinder, inhibit, restrain; appoint, assign, define, prescribe, set

Contrasted Words: enlarge, expand, extend, increase, widen; develop, grow

Antonyms: broaden

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