Synonyms of constriction

constriction

noun

kən-ˈstrik-shən 

as in compression

the act or process of reducing the size or volume of something by or as if by pressing

tried to ease the tie's constriction of his neck

Synonyms & Similar Words

• compression
• squeezing
• condensing
• contraction
• condensation
• squeeze
• contracting
• constricting
• compaction
• consolidation
• telescoping
• concentration
• abridgement
• compacting
• curtailment
• shortening
• abridgment
• abbreviation
• decreasing
• streamlining
• simplification
• lessening
• diminishment

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• expansion
• decompression
• dispersion
• dilation
• scattering
• inflation
• dissipation
• swelling
• distention
• distension

Examples of constriction in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Again, there is some overlap here with couture, where Dior’s Chiuri explored similar ground, concentrating on freeing the natural body from constriction. —Laird Borrelli-Persson, Vogue, 9 July 2024

Both extremes, hot and cold water, can cause problems such as dehydration and constriction of nutrients to the scalp. —Megan Decker, refinery29.com, 5 Jan. 2024

For those working in the entertainment industry, this current period of constriction is a very immediate and livelihood-threatening problem. —Mary McNamara, Los Angeles Times, 5 July 2024

The German market in particular has seen a severe constriction since leading pay-TV network Sky Deutschland shut down its originals department last summer. —Scott Roxborough, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 July 2024