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verb
Third Person
inhibits
Present Participle
inhibiting
Past Tense
inhibited
Past Participle
inhibited
1
to restrict or reduce the normal activity or function of something
transitive
- The brake system is designed to inhibit the movement of the vehicle when applied.
- Environmental factors can inhibit the proper development of plants in certain conditions.
- The teacher strives not to inhibit students' creativity but encourages free expression.
- The antibiotic successfully inhibited the growth of harmful bacteria in the body.
2
to prevent or limit an action or process
C1transitive
- The medication is known to inhibit the growth of harmful bacteria.
- Strong emotions can inhibit clear thinking and decision-making.
- Lack of funding may inhibit progress on the construction project.
- A supportive environment can help inhibit stress and promote well-being.
3
to make someone feel uncomfortable, preventing them from acting naturally or confidently
transitive
- The large audience inhibited him, making it hard to deliver his speech confidently.
- The formal setting inhibited him, and he struggled to relax and enjoy the evening.
- She was inhibited by the fear of being judged, preventing her from dancing at the party.
- His presence seemed to inhibit the team, causing them to perform below their usual standard.
- The constant surveillance inhibited the workers, making them feel uncomfortable.
4
to restrain or limit the action or progress of something
transitive
- His desire to speak out was inhibited by fear of backlash.
- High levels of stress can inhibit your ability to concentrate.
- The manager’s strict policies inhibited creativity in the team.
- The company’s policies were put in place to inhibit any unethical behavior.