constricted 1 of 2

adjective

Definition of constrictednext
as in tightened

Synonyms & Similar Words

Relevance

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

constricted

2 of 2

verb

past tense of constrict
1
as in compressed
to become smaller in size or volume through the drawing together of particles of matter the vessel constricted, thereby reducing the flow of blood

Synonyms & Similar Words

Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
as in condensed
to reduce in size or volume by or as if by pressing parts or members together constricted the opening with a clamp

Synonyms & Similar Words

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

Examples Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for constricted
  1. compressed
  2. condensed
  3. shrunk
  4. elongated
  5. shrank
  6. tight
  7. contracted
  8. linear
Verb
  • But with the air briefly trapped in a small space beneath the wing and the surface, it gets compressed, increasing the pressure below the wing and generating extra lift.
    New Atlas, New Atlas, 1 Oct. 2024
  • Since then, digital transformation, steep competition and our collective appetite for innovation have dramatically compressed the product life cycle.
    Keith Yandell, Forbes, 30 Sep. 2024
Definition of compressed
Verb
  • This interview has been lightly edited and condensed for length and clarity.
    Alyssa Bereznak, Los Angeles Times, 4 Oct. 2024
  • This interview has been condensed and edited for clarity and length.
    Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of condensed
Verb
  • That has shrunken dramatically and been taken over by a lot of younger consumers.
    James Manso, WWD, 2 Oct. 2024
  • Inevitably, the community has shrunk.
    Dominique Soguel, The Christian Science Monitor, 2 Oct. 2024
Definition of shrunk
Adjective
  • Going in a head-to-toe, monochromatic OOTD creates an elongated look while punctuating a palette of neutrals with a pop of burgundy is also a fun way to play the trend.
    Jane Hanson, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024
  • Though the elongated, horizontal silhouette is undoubtedly a classic, the east-west style has a flirty edge, perhaps thanks to its smaller size or ability to complete an evening look.
    Angela Law, refinery29.com, 29 Feb. 2024
Definition of elongated
Verb
  • Inevitably, the community has shrunk.
    Dominique Soguel, The Christian Science Monitor, 2 Oct. 2024
  • Alternatively, available jobs shrank across many service sectors, including finance, and arts and entertainment.
    Alicia Wallace, CNN, 1 Oct. 2024
Definition of shrank
Adjective
  • The company’s markets wagered correctly and controversially in Donald Trump’s favor in bets on who would win the presidential election, even though opinion polls showed a tight race.
    Sophia Pargas, NBC News, 14 Nov. 2024
  • Incumbent Leonel Talavera and her opponent, Vanesa Estrella, are locked in a tight race for Area 5.
    Alexcia Negrete, Orange County Register, 9 Nov. 2024
Definition of tight
Verb
  • As outlined in a 2021 report by Inside Higher Ed, during the global pandemic, many student counseling centers contracted with third-party vendors to provide teletherapy services for students.
    Eric Wood, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
  • Construction on new homes doesn’t start until buyers come tour, are contracted, and designs are finalized.
    Jennifer Castenson, Forbes, 2 Oct. 2024
Definition of contracted
Adjective
  • The company reported in August that its operating income from its linear networks fell 6% to $966 million in its third fiscal quarter, from $1 billion in the same quarter in 2023.
    Bruce Gil, Quartz, 12 Nov. 2024
  • People — especially young folks — are getting less of their news and political information through linear television networks and more of it via digital outlets including social media and podcasts.
    Ryan Faughnder, Los Angeles Times, 5 Nov. 2024
Definition of linear
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.

Thesaurus Entries Near constricted

constrict

constricted

constricting

See More Nearby Entries 

Cite this Entry

“Constricted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/constricted. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.

Copy Citation

Share

More from Merriam-Webster on constricted

Nglish: Translation of constricted for Spanish Speakers

Britannica English: Translation of constricted for Arabic Speakers

Last Updated: - Updated example sentences
Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!

Popular in Grammar & Usage

See All

How to Use Em Dashes (—), En Dashes (–) , and Hyphens (-)

Plural and Possessive Names: A Guide

The Difference Between 'i.e.' and 'e.g.'

Why is '-ed' sometimes pronounced at the end of a word?

What's the difference between 'fascism' and 'socialism'?
See All

Popular in Wordplay

See All

8 Words with Fascinating Histories

8 Words for Lesser-Known Musical Instruments

Birds Say the Darndest Things

10 Words from Taylor Swift Songs (Merriam's Version)

10 Scrabble Words Without Any Vowels
See All

Games & Quizzes

See All
Play Quordle: Guess all four words in a limited number of tries. Each of your guesses must be a real 5-letter word.
Quordle Can you solve 4 words at once?
Play Blossom: Solve today's spelling word game by finding as many words as you can using just 7 letters. Longer words score more points.
Blossom Word Game Pick the best words!
Play Missing Letter: a crossword with a twist. Each of the 25 puzzle words start with a different letter of the alphabet. Which letter is missing?
Missing Letter A daily crossword with a twist
silhouette of a man with a megaphone against a british flag
Another Great British Vocabulary Quiz, Innit? A double-decker quiz with words from across the pond