restrictive — imposing restrictions or limitations on someone's activities or freedom
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: imposing restrictions or limitations on someone's activities or freedom
Pronunciation (IPA): /rɪˈstrɪktɪv/
Korean meaning: 제한적인, 규제하는
Korean pronunciation: 리**스트릭**티브
Example Sentences
- My mom's restrictive curfew means I turn into a pumpkin at 10 PM.
- The company's restrictive internet policy blocks even cooking websites during lunch break.
- The restrictive regulations made it difficult for small businesses to compete.
restrictive
ADJECTIVE//rɪˈstrɪktɪv//
imposing restrictions or limitations on someone's activities or freedom
The restrictive dress code forced everyone into stiff black suits, no exceptions.
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Origin
라틴어에서 '다시 묶다'는 의미로 시작되어 '제한하다'는 뜻으로 발전했습니다. 마치 자유를 끈으로 묶어버리는 것처럼요!
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📝Examples
“My mom's restrictive curfew means I turn into a pumpkin at 10 PM.”
“The company's restrictive internet policy blocks even cooking websites during lunch break.”
“The restrictive regulations made it difficult for small businesses to compete.”
“His restrictive diet excludes anything that tastes good.”
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