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Inhibition
01
(psychology) the conscious exclusion of unacceptable thoughts or desires
02
a feeling of self-consciousness, restraint, or a limiting factor that hinders the free expression of one's thoughts, emotions, or actions
Example
His fear of public speaking created a strong inhibition that made it challenging for him to address large audiences.
The presence of authority figures often leads to inhibition in expressing dissenting opinions.
03
the action of prohibiting or inhibiting or forbidding (or an instance thereof)
04
(physiology) the process whereby nerves can retard or prevent the functioning of an organ or part
