Constrictive
(adjective)
Tending to constrict or bind; causing compression or restriction.
Origin:
Late 16th century. from the latin word constringere meaning 'to bind together'.
Examples:
- The constrictive ropes tightened around her arms as she tried to move.
- The tight band around his head was described as being constrictive.
- Her clothes felt constrictive, so she quickly changed into something more comfortable.
- The constrictive policy suffocated innovation and creativity.
- The narrow and constrictive staircase made it difficult for him to carry large objects.