Enter the word for search

inhibiting

UK
/ɪnˈhɪbɪtɪŋ/
US
/ɪnˈhɪbɪtɪŋ/

Translations

inhibitingadjective
more inhibiting
Comp.
most inhibiting
Super.
UK
/ɪnˈhɪbɪtɪŋ/
US
/ɪnˈhɪbɪtɪŋ/
inhibiteurSurtout en contexte technique ou psychologique : qui freine, qui empêche l’expression ou l’action.
The inhibiting atmosphere of the meeting made it difficult for anyone to speak freely.
L’atmosphère inhibitrice de la réunion rendait difficile toute prise de parole libre.
Additional translations
inhibantForme plus littérale et plus rare, souvent employée comme adjectif verbal.
Synonyms
restrictive
hampering
constraining
deterrent
preventive
inhibitingnoun
UK
/ɪnˈhɪbɪtɪŋ/
US
/ɪnˈhɪbɪtɪŋ/
Gerundial noun meaning the act or process of inhibiting
inhibitionTerme courant en contexte scientifique, psychologique ou général pour désigner l’action de freiner ou de ralentir.
The inhibiting of enzyme activity resulted in a slower reaction rate.
L’inhibition de l’activité enzymatique a entraîné une vitesse de réaction plus lente.
Synonyms
curb
inhibition
restraint
suppression
deterrence
impediment
obstruction
hindrance
constraint
limitation
check
inhibitverb

inhibiting

Gerund

inhibited
Past Simple
inhibited
Past Participle
inhibiting
Gerund
UK
/ɪnˈhɪbɪt/
US
/ɪnˈhɪbɪt/
The new regulations are designed to inhibit the spread of the disease.
Les nouvelles réglementations sont conçues pour inhiber la propagation de la maladie.
The barriers inhibit access to the construction site.
Les barrières empêchent l'accès au chantier.
Additional translations
gênerSe dit surtout de l'effet psychologique qui empêche d'agir naturellement.
Synonyms
restrain
prevent
hinder
impede
prohibit
suppress
stifle
curb
check
limit
Antonyms
permit
allow
encourage

Definitions

inhibitingadjective
Restraining or holding back an action, process, or feeling.
The inhibiting atmosphere of the meeting made it difficult for anyone to speak freely.
inhibitingnoun
The act or process of hindering, restraining, or slowing down something.
The inhibiting of enzyme activity resulted in a slower reaction rate.
inhibitverb
To hinder, restrain, or prevent an action or process.
The new regulations are designed to inhibit the spread of the disease.
To make someone self-conscious and unable to act in a relaxed and natural way.
Her shyness inhibited her from speaking up during the meeting.
To reduce or slow the activity or rate of (a biological, chemical, or physiological process).
The medication works by inhibiting the enzyme that triggers inflammation.
OverviewPhrasesLibraryExamplesAI ExpertDictionaries
Active Dictionary Company Limited 7/F, MW Tower, 111 Bonham Strand, Sheung Wan, Hong Kong