restrain
verbTo hold back, limit, or control an action, impulse, or movement.
Matched form: restrained restrain
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Clear all filtersabstemious
adjectiveRestrained in eating, drinking, or other indulgences.
austere
adjectiveSeverely plain, restrained, or lacking comforts and ornament.
demure
adjectiveQuiet, reserved, and modest in manner.
effusion
nounAn outpouring of emotion or words.
effusive
adjectiveExpressing feelings with great enthusiasm and little restraint.
Unrestrained in expression
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frugal
adjectiveCareful to avoid unnecessary spending or waste.
One word family: also includes frugality.
rampant
adjectiveSpreading or growing without effective restraint.
reserved
adjectiveRestrained in expressing feelings or in speaking and acting around others.
reticent
adjectiveReluctant to speak freely or reveal one's thoughts.
temperate
adjectiveModerate or restrained in conduct, expression, or climate.
Moderate in behavior
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unbridled
adjectiveUnrestrained or uncontrolled.
unrestrained
adjectiveNot held back, controlled, or limited.
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