Synonyms of stricture
15 similar words
Another word for stricture is dressing-down. Other synonyms of stricture are criticism and critique.
Synonyms and similar words for stricture
nounA rule restricting behaviour or action.
nounA general state of restrictiveness on behavior, action, or ideology.
nounA sternly critical remark or review.
- animadversionA criticism, a critical remark.
- criticismA critical observation or detailed examination and review.
- criticizationA criticism.
- critiqueA point made to criticize something.
- dressing-downA reprimand or rarely, a thrashing.
- handbagging UK, humorousA verbal attack or criticism.
- slam
nounStrictness.
- austerity
- firmness
- rigorousnessThe property of being rigorous, strictness.
Meaning of stricture
- noun A rule restricting behaviour or action.
- noun A general state of restrictiveness on behavior, action, or ideology.
- noun A sternly critical remark or review.
stricture in other languages
Questions about synonyms of stricture
- What is another word for stricture?
- Stricture has 15 synonyms on Word.ws, such as dressing-down, criticism and critique.
- What does stricture mean?
- Stricture means a rule restricting behaviour or action.
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