inhibitive

UK
/ɪnˈhɪbɪtɪv/
US
/ɪnˈhɪbɪtɪv/

Translations

inhibitiveadjective
more inhibitive
Comp.
most inhibitive
Super.
UK
/ɪnˈhɪbɪtɪv/
US
/ɪnˈhɪbɪtɪv/
The inhibitive measures were put in place to prevent further damage.
Сдерживающие меры были введены, чтобы предотвратить дальнейший ущерб.

Definitions

inhibitiveadjective
Serving to restrain or hinder a process or action.
The high cost of living in the city can be inhibitive for many people considering relocation.
Relating to or causing inhibition, especially of a biological or chemical reaction.
The compound exhibited inhibitive effects on bacterial growth.