restrictive
/rɪˈstrɪktɪv/
CEFR level C1Topic GovernmentWord #6374 in the learning path
限制性的；约束的
Definitions
adj. Limiting what people can do or what is allowed.
限制性的；约束的
Example
The club's restrictive rules prevent us from bringing guests.
俱乐部的限制性规定不允许我们带客人来。
Overly restrictive planning regulations can discourage investment and delay the construction of affordable housing.
过于严格的规划条例可能抑制投资，并拖延经济适用住房的建设。
Collocations
- restrictive regulations
- restrictive measures
- overly restrictive
Word family
- restrict (v.)
- restriction (n.)
- restricted (adj.)
Synonyms
- limiting
Antonyms
- permissive
Usage tip
是形容词；restrictive强调施加限制。
FAQ
- What does restrictive mean?
- Limiting what people can do or what is allowed.
- How is restrictive pronounced?
- UK /rɪˈstrɪktɪv/, US /rɪˈstrɪktɪv/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
