CEFR B1

restricted

adjective

Meaning

Limited in extent, scope, or applicability; subject to limitations or restrictions.

Examples

Access to the building is restricted to employees only.
The use of mobile phones is restricted in the examination hall.

Synonyms: limited, confined, curtailed, constrained

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restricted (B1)

adjective

Pronunciation: /rɪˈstrɪktɪd/

Definition

Limited in extent, scope, or applicability; subject to limitations or restrictions.

Examples

Access to the building is restricted to employees only.
The use of mobile phones is restricted in the examination hall.
Due to the ongoing construction, the road will be restricted to local traffic.

How to Use restricted

restricted to (prepositional phrase): Limited to a specific group, place, or purpose. — "Entry is restricted to ticket holders."
restricted by (prepositional phrase): Limited or controlled by a rule, law, or factor. — "His movements were restricted by his injury."

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