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    Inhibidor (en. Inhibitor)

    /in.i.biˈðoɾ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Substance that decreases or blocks the action of an agent.
    The enzyme inhibitor prevents the chemical reaction from occurring.
    El inhibidor de la enzima evita que se produzca la reacción química.
    Element that restricts or limits a process.
    Her lack of confidence has become an inhibitor to her personal development.
    Su falta de confianza se ha convertido en un inhibidor para su desarrollo personal.
    verb
    To stop or slow down an action or process.
    The medication can inhibit the growth of cancerous cells.
    La medicación puede inhibir el crecimiento de las células cancerígenas.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'inhibitor', which comes from 'inhibere', meaning 'to stop'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    appetite suppressant
    Substance that reduces the feeling of hunger.
    inhibidor de apetito
    activity inhibitor
    Element that limits or reduces the actions of a person or group.
    inhibidor de la actividad

    Related Words

    inhibition
    Action of inhibiting or the state of being inhibited.
    inhibición
    to inhibit
    To stop or hinder an action or process.
    inhibir
    enzyme
    Biological catalyst that accelerates chemical reactions.
    enzima

    Slang Meanings

    Word used to refer to someone who dampens enthusiasm in a group.
    Let's not be inhibitive, let's enjoy the party.
    No seamos inhibidores, disfrutemos de la fiesta.
    In colloquial context, describes a shy person.
    That girl is very inhibitive, she doesn't dare to talk to anyone.
    Esa chica es muy inhibidora, no se atreve a hablar con nadie.