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to inhibit
01
to prevent or limit an action or process
02
make (someone) self-conscious and as a result unable to act naturally
03
consciously restrain from showing; of emotions, desires, impulses, or behavior
04
to restrict or reduce the normal activity or function of something
Example
The company's hierarchical management style may inhibit innovation and creativity.
Environmental factors can inhibit the proper development of plants in certain conditions.
Past traumatic experiences might have inhibited individuals from expressing their true feelings.
Cocaine intoxicates quickly by inhibiting dopamine reuptake in the brain's reward system.
The teacher strives not to inhibit students' creativity but encourages free expression.
