limit | Definition of limit

limit

verb

Synonyms and Antonyms of limit

1 to set bounds or an upper limit for

limit the note to a few words

Synonyms of limit

cap, circumscribe, confine, hold down, restrict

Words Related to limit

bar, block, hamper, hinder, impede, obstruct

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

quell, repress, suppress

modify, qualify

Near Antonyms of limit

broaden, expand, widen

overextend, overreach

Antonyms of limit

2 to mark the limits of

adjectives limit the meanings of nouns

Synonyms of limit

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

Words Related to limit

control, determine, govern

delineate, describe