inhibited 1 of 2

adjective

Definition of inhibitednext
as in restrained

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inhibited

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verb

past tense of inhibit
1
as in hampered
to create difficulty for the work or activity of the cold inhibited her from getting much work done that morning

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2
as in controlled
to keep from exceeding a desirable degree or level (as of expression) laws designed to inhibit the powers of the intelligence organizations

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3
as in dissuaded
to steer (a person) from an activity or course of action a fundamental sense of propriety should have inhibited you from making a drunken spectacle of yourself

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for inhibited
  1. restrained
  2. aloof
  3. impeded
  4. contained
  5. discouraged
  6. introverted
  7. regulated
  8. deterred
Adjective
  • Offering tremendous richness, with flavors of plum, morel cherry and fruits of the forest, along with a note of red poppy in the aromas, there is very good acidity, restrained wood notes and significant persistence.
    Tom Hyland, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
  • The restrained approach has left Hermès facing one of the challenges in luxury retail: demand that far outpaces supply.
    Ty Gaskins, WWD, 20 Dec. 2024
Definition of restrained
Adjective
  • While cats are generally known for their aloof nature, Pita the orange kitten has gone viral after her owner shared a video of the cat repeatedly curling up around her throat to get comfortable.
    Jason Fields, Newsweek, 5 Dec. 2024
  • To this day, snippets of Biden appearing aloof are a staple of the Republican National Committee’s @RNCResearch account on X. On the left, numerous X accounts exist mostly to promote clips of Trump sounding unhinged.
    Brian Stelter, CNN, 28 Oct. 2024
Definition of aloof
Verb
  • Late in the game, #63 of the Baltimore Colts threw a great block that impeded two of the Giants defenders to spring Alan Ameche (#35) for a long gain.
    Drew Carberry, Baltimore Sun, 22 Dec. 2024
  • In addition to extreme weather conditions, the cast and crew had to contend with various Hollywood strike shutdowns that impeded filming.
    Dana Feldman, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
Definition of impeded
Verb
  • The report states that the warehouse contained the components for 400 Shaheds, all of which were destroyed and suggesting detailed knowledge of the event.
    David Hambling, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
  • The river that usually flowed contained within its banks behind her property was nearly level with her home's foundation.
    Nate Perez, NPR, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of contained
Verb
  • However, self-defeating rules that alter the game’s brand should always be discouraged.
    Reader Commentary, Baltimore Sun, 23 Dec. 2024
  • However, he is discouraged from traveling by his new bride Ellen Hutter (Lily-Rose Depp).
    Haadiza Ogwude, The Enquirer, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of discouraged
Adjective
  • Be your introverted self during Silent Book Club at The Slowdown Coffee Co.
    Jason Clayworth, Axios, 25 Oct. 2024
  • In brainstorming sessions, extroverts often share numerous ideas, creating a foundation of concepts, while more open or introverted team members analyze and refine these ideas into creative solutions.
    Dr. Diane Hamilton, Forbes, 7 Dec. 2024
Definition of introverted
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  • Dietary supplements are minimally regulated by the FDA and may or may not be suitable for you.
    Amy Fischer MS, RD, Health, 23 Dec. 2024
  • Currently, the disposal of wind turbine waste is regulated by the localities and states hosting wind turbine projects.
    Ariel Cohen, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of regulated
Verb
  • This mainstreaming of Bitcoin in corporate finance will stabilize cryptocurrency markets, reducing the volatility that has historically deterred institutional investors.
    Sandy Carter, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
  • Beyond not knowing how to connect with the French cinema world, the agent suggests that international composers are sometimes deterred by the smaller upfront fees, not realizing this is often counterbalanced by France’s robust music royalty system, overseen by rights body SACEM.
    Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 20 Dec. 2024
Definition of deterred
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