restraint

noun C1 Formal

Meaning

Restraint refers to the act of holding back or controlling one's impulses, emotions, or actions, often in the context of maintaining discipline, moderation, or ethical standards. It encompasses both self-regulation and the imposition of limits on behavior

💡 While "restraint" often implies a positive connotation of discipline, it can also carry a negative implication when it relates to suppression or repression of legitimate expression or action.

Example Sentences

Effective restraint in spending helps companies maintain financial stability .

The committee emphasized the need for restraint in financial expenditures .

The study highlights the importance of restraint in emotional responses .

The teacher showed restraint when handling the disruptive student .

Common Phrases

self-restraint emotional restraint restraint of trade

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