inhibited (Meaning)

Wordnet

inhibited (a)

held back or restrained or prevented

Webster

of Inhibit

The shy child's inhibitions prevented her from speaking up in class.
The oppressive atmosphere in the room inhibited free expression.
Her fear of failure severely inhibited her academic performance.
Cultural norms and societal expectations inhibited women's rights and opportunities.
The dense vegetation inhibited the hiker's progress through the forest.
The lack of sunlight inhibited the growth of plants in the garden.
The toxic environment inhibited the functions of important cells.
The presence of alcohol inhibited his ability to drive safely.
The heavy rain inhibited outdoor activities for the day.
The social anxiety he experienced inhibited his ability to form meaningful relationships.

held back or restrained or preventedof Inhibit

aloof, reserved,restrained, introverted, uncommunicative, dumb, indrawn, reticent, tight-lipped,silent

chatty, unreserved, garrulous, talky, outspoken, outspoken, mouthy, talky, loquacious, conversational

The shy child's inhibitions prevented her from speaking up in class.

The oppressive atmosphere in the room inhibited free expression.

Her fear of failure severely inhibited her academic performance.

Cultural norms and societal expectations inhibited women's rights and opportunities.