stiffen vs constrain
constrain vs stiffenstiffen and constrain both are verbs.
| Word | Noun | Adjective | Verb | Adverb |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| stiffen | No | No | Yes | No |
| constrain | No | No | Yes | No |
As verbs,
stiffen and constrain
are synonyms defined as:
- stiffen and constrain: severely restrict in scope or extent
Other synonyms of stiffen include
tighten, tighten up.
| stiffen (verb) | constrain (verb) |
|---|---|
| become stiff or stiffer | severely restrict in scope or extent |
| make stiff or stiffer | to close within bounds, or otherwise limit or deprive of free movement |
| severely restrict in scope or extent | compel to behave in a certain way |
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