How to Pronounce Restrictive

To pronounce "restrictive", say RESTR-ict-iv-e — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

RESTR-ict-iv-e

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💡 Tip for remembering “restrictive”

"restrictive" has 4 syllables: restr-ict-iv-e. It rhymes with vindictive and addictive, if that helps it stick.

What does restrictive mean?

adjective

  1. Confining, limiting, containing within defined bounds.
  2. (Of clothing) limiting free and easy bodily movement.

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Words that rhyme with restrictive

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vindictiveaddictivepredictive

Related words

confiningrestrictingconstraininglimitingconstrictiverepressivesuppressiveprotective

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "restrictive"?▾

"Restrictive" has 4 syllables: restr · ict · iv · e.

What does "restrictive" mean?▾

Restrictive: Confining, limiting, containing within defined bounds.

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