The Opposite(Antonym) of “inhibit”
The antonym of inhibit are encourage, promote, and stimulate. The antonyms encourage, promote, and stimulate convey a positive or motivating effect. It implies a lack of hindrance, restraint, or discouragement.
Definitions and Examples of encourage, promote, stimulate
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
To give support, confidence, or hope to someone.
Example
The coach always tries to encourage his players to do their best.
To help or encourage something to grow or develop.
Example
The company decided to promote the new product by offering discounts and free samples.
stimulate
To encourage or arouse interest or enthusiasm in something.
Example
The teacher used games and activities to stimulate the students' curiosity and creativity.
Key Differences: encourage vs promote vs stimulate
- 1Encourage is to give support, confidence, or hope to someone.
- 2Promote is to help or encourage something to grow or develop.
- 3Stimulate is to encourage or arouse interest or enthusiasm in something.
Effective Usage of encourage, promote, stimulate
- 1Motivate Others: Use encourage to inspire and motivate others to achieve their goals.
- 2Boost Growth: Use promote to help something grow or develop, such as a business or a product.
- 3Spark Interest: Use stimulate to generate interest or enthusiasm in something, such as a topic or an activity.
Remember this!
The antonyms have distinct nuances: Encourage inspires and motivates, promote helps grow or develop, and stimulate generates interest or enthusiasm. Use these words to motivate others, boost growth, and spark interest in conversations, writing, or presentations.
