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Meaning & Definition of Inhibit in English

English

Inhibit

/ɪnhɪbət/

verb

1. To put down by force or authority

  • "Suppress a nascent uprising"
  • "Stamp down on littering"
  • "Conquer one's desires"
synonym:
  • suppress,
  • stamp down,
  • inhibit,
  • subdue,
  • conquer,
  • curb

2. Limit the range or extent of

  • "Contact between the young was inhibited by strict social customs"
synonym:
  • inhibit

3. Limit, block, or decrease the action or function of

  • "Inhibit the action of the enzyme"
  • "Inhibit the rate of a chemical reaction"
synonym:
  • inhibit

4. Control and refrain from showing

  • Of emotions, desires, impulses, or behavior
synonym:
  • inhibit,
  • bottle up,
  • suppress