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inhibiting

[inˈhibətiNG]

inhibiting Definition

  • 1hinder, restrain, or prevent (an action or process)
  • 2make (someone) self-conscious and unable to act in a relaxed and natural way

Using inhibiting: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "inhibiting" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The bad weather is inhibiting the growth of crops.

  • Example

    Her shyness was inhibiting her ability to make friends.

  • Example

    The high cost of equipment is inhibiting the development of new technologies.

inhibiting Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for inhibiting

Antonyms for inhibiting

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Summary: inhibiting in Brief

The term 'inhibiting' [inˈhibətiNG] describes something that hinders, restrains, or prevents an action or process. It can also refer to making someone self-conscious and unable to act in a relaxed and natural way. Examples include 'The bad weather is inhibiting the growth of crops' and 'Her shyness was inhibiting her ability to make friends.' Synonyms include 'restricting' and 'limiting,' while antonyms include 'encouraging' and 'promoting.'