Difference between Contained and Restrained

What is the difference between Contained and Restrained?

Contained as an adjective is restricted in space. while Restrained as an adjective is held back, limited, kept in check or under control.

Part of speech: adjective

Definition: Restricted in space.

Part of speech: verb

Definition: To hold inside.

Example sentence: The secret of joy in work is contained in one word - excellence. To know how to do something well is to enjoy it.

Part of speech: adjective

Definition: Held back, limited, kept in check or under control.

Part of speech: verb

Definition: To control or keep in check.

Example sentence: It's not subtle or restrained. It's not any of the things you like to think apply to your acting.

We hope you now know whether to use Contained or Restrained in your sentence.