Definition

To bind or limit someone or something, making it unable to move freely or act as desired.

Example

The new rules will astrict the amount of time students can spend on their phones during class.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I feel like my schedule is starting to astract my free time too much.

Yeah, it can be tough when responsibilities pile up like that.

I wish I could find a way to balance things without feeling so astracted.

Maybe try setting some limits on your commitments to help with that.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Astrict is formed from "ad-" (meaning to) and "stringere" (meaning to bind or tie). The word describes the action of binding or tying something to a specific point or condition.

Memory Tip

Think of 'binding' something ('stringere') to a specific point ('ad-') — that's why astrict means to bind or tie.

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