The meaning of CONSTRAINT is the act of constraining. How to use constraint in a sentence.

Self-control and moderation (Definition of constraint from the Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary & Thesaurus © Cambridge University Press)

CONSTRAINT definition: limitation or restriction. See examples of constraint used in a sentence.

A constraint is a limit or restriction. Hopefully your school won't cut the sports or music programs due to budget constraints!

A constraint is something that limits or controls what you can do. Their decision to abandon the trip was made because of financial constraints.

constraint (kənˈstreɪnt) n 1. compulsion, force, or restraint 2. repression or control of natural feelings or impulses

Dec 14, 2025 · Although his blood so rose against this man, and his wrath so stirred within him, that he could have struck him dead, he put such fierce constraint upon himself that he passed him without a …

Constraint definition: The threat or use of force to prevent, restrict, or dictate the action or thought of others.

Definition of constraint noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

the holding back or tight controlling of natural feelings and desires:[uncountable] He kept his voice quiet with constraint and subdued his anger. See -strain-.