circumscribe | Definition of circumscribe

Synonyms and Antonyms of circumscribe

1 to set bounds or an upper limit for

circumscribed his enthusiasm so as not to make the losing side feel worse

Synonyms of circumscribe

cap, confine, hold down, limit, restrict

Words Related to circumscribe

bar, block, hamper, hinder, impede, obstruct

constrict, contract, lessen, narrow, pinch, squeeze, tighten

quell, repress, suppress

modify, qualify

Near Antonyms of circumscribe

broaden, expand, widen

overextend, overreach

Antonyms of circumscribe

2 to mark the limits of

Lake Michigan circumscribes the city of Chicago on the east

Synonyms of circumscribe

bound, define, delimit, demarcate, demark, limit, mark (off), terminate

Words Related to circumscribe

control, determine, govern

delineate, describe