Synonyms of limitations

limitations

noun

plural of limitation

1

as in limits

a real or imaginary point beyond which a person or thing cannot go

the bridge has a weight limitation that bars heavy trucks from crossing it

Synonyms & Similar Words

• limits
• confines
• boundaries
• lines
• ends
• barriers
• bounds
• caps
• ceilings
• extents
• terminations
• edges
• borders
• fences
• extremities
• margins
• restraints
• walls
• termini
• fag ends
• rims
• verges
• hedges
• stops
• brims
• bars
• outsides

2

as in restrictions

something that limits one's freedom of action or choice

the state has some fairly strict limitations on the sale and use of alcoholic beverages

Synonyms & Similar Words

• restrictions
• constraints
• restraints
• conditions
• strictures
• curbs
• prohibitions
• exceptions
• fetters
• stipulations
• checks
• circumscriptions
• qualifications
• reservations
• strings
• provisos
• bans
• proscriptions

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• freedoms
• latitudes

3

as in constraints

the act or practice of keeping something (as an activity) within certain boundaries

the limitation on the number of vehicles allowed on the island does not sit well with year-round residents

Synonyms & Similar Words

• restrictions
• constraints
• restraints
• confinements
• reins
• segregations
• stints
• isolations
• circumscriptions
• containments

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of limitations

There were limitations to the study, including the small group of volunteers, which consisted of more women than men, and a lack of variation in dog breeds, Li said. — Gina Vivinetto, NBC news, 7 Oct. 2026

That said, even the most detailed traceability records have their limitations. — Jasmin Malik Chua, Footwear News, 7 Oct. 2026

But their newfound popularity also brought new attention to their limitations — several studies have shown that pulse oximeters overestimate blood oxygen levels when used on darker skin tones. — Anil Oza, STAT, 6 Oct. 2026

Since the players sued in 2024, the claim was filed well after the applicable limitations period expired. — Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 6 Oct. 2026

Companies could face broader limitations and steeper fines for predatory towing under penalties being considered by the City Council. — Nick Sullivan, Charlotte Observer, 5 Oct. 2026

Performance limitations can delay a launch or put customer commitments at risk. — Nada Usina, Forbes.com, 5 Oct. 2026

United Airlines doesn’t have any breed or weight limitations for pets flying in the cabin. — Sarah Kuta, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Oct. 2026

Despite these limitations, the study indeed offers a more systematic route for exploring complex alloys and designing new quantum materials. — Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 4 Oct. 2026