Meaning & Definition of word "Constraint"

Constraint

/kənˈstreɪnt/

1. A limitation or restriction.
- Example: The project faced a constraint in terms of budget, limiting our options.
2. A condition or restriction that must be adhered to.
- Example: He completed the task within the constraint of a tight deadline.
3. A factor that limits or restricts actions or behavior.
- Example: The lack of resources was a major constraint on the team's ability to innovate.
4. An imposed restriction in mathematics or science.
- Example: In this optimization problem, we have several constraints that must be satisfied.
5. The act of constraining or limiting.
- Example: The constraint of the product design was imposed by safety regulations.

●Middle English: from Old French 'constrainte', from Latin 'constrictionem', from 'constringere' meaning 'to bind together'.

legal constraint:

A restriction imposed by law.

economic constraints:

Limitations imposed by economic conditions.

time constraints:

Limitations related to the amount of time available.

restrict:

To limit or control something.

constrain:

To compel or force someone towards a particular action.

limitation:

A restriction in size, amount, or extent.

Meaning: To feel trapped or limited.

● Example Sentence: He felt constrained by his 9-to-5 job.

Meaning: Being held back from what you want to do.

● Example Sentence: The project was constrained by lack of funding.