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restrict vs abridge

abridge vs restrict

restrict and abridge both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
restrict No No Yes No
abridge No No Yes No
As verbs, abridge is a hyponym of restrict; that is, abridge is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than restrict:
  • restrict: place restrictions on
  • abridge: lessen, diminish, or curtail
Other hyponyms of restrict include immobilise, immobilize, ration, control, restrict.
restrict (verb) abridge (verb)
place limits on (extent or amount or access) reduce in scope while retaining essential elements
place restrictions on lessen, diminish, or curtail
place under restrictions; limit access to by law
prevent (information) from being circulated or disclosed
Difference between restrict and abridge

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