August 19, 2026
inhibit
/ɪnˈhɪbɪt/verb
To hold something back or keep it from developing freely.
Example sentences
- “Shyness inhibited him from speaking up in meetings.”
- “Cold temperatures inhibit the growth of bacteria in food.”
Do not confuse with 'inhabit', to live in. Psychology gave us 'inhibited', meaning too self-conscious to act freely.