Inhibition

/ɪnˈhɪbɪʃən/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The act of inhibiting or the state of being inhibited; a restriction or limitation.

Her inhibition about public speaking made it difficult for her to present her ideas during the meeting.

An unconscious defense mechanism to restrain impulses and desires.

He learned to overcome his inhibition in social situations through therapy and practice.

A decrease in the rate of a chemical reaction or metabolic process due to the presence of an inhibitor.

The enzyme's inhibition by the drug was a significant finding in the research study.

From Latin 'inhibitio', from 'inhibere', meaning 'to restrain'.

social inhibition

The anxiety or discomfort experienced in social situations.

inhibition of action

A reduction in the capability to perform a specific action.

inhibition reflex

An involuntary reflex that restrains or slows down a response.

inhibit

To hinder or restrain an action or process.

restrain

To hold back or limit an action or feeling.

suppress

To put an end to or prevent something.

Chill

He just needs to chill and stop overthinking; his inhibition is holding him back.

Hold back

Don't hold back your feelings; your inhibition isn't worth it.