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RESTRICTIVENESS

(noun)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Restrictiveness.

Restrictiveness - as a noun

A grammatical qualification that makes the meaning more specific (`red hat' has a more specific meaning than `hat')

A lack of permissiveness or indulgence and a tendency to confine behavior within certain specified limits

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
unpermissiveness
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
disposition14temperament17
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"The restrictiveness of the dress code at the school caused controversy among students."
"The restrictiveness of the regulations stifled innovation and growth in the industry."
"The restrictiveness of the diet made it difficult for me to stick to it."
"Many people feel that the restrictiveness of the laws infringes upon their personal freedoms."
"The restrictiveness of the contract limited our options for negotiation."
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Word Game Points

Is RESTRICTIVENESS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, restrictiveness is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

RESTRICTIVENESS has a SCRABBLE points total of 20.

Is RESTRICTIVENESS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, restrictiveness is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
RESTRICTIVENESS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 23.

Is RESTRICTIVENESS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, restrictiveness is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
RESTRICTIVENESS has a WORDFEUD points total of 21.

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