Inhibit Meaning
/ɪnˈhɪbɪt/Definition, CEFR level C1, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
verbTo hold in or hold back; to keep in check; restrain.
verbTo recuse.
Sentence Examples
He noticed that this drug seemed to inhibit bacterial growth.
Fear can inhibit success.
A lack of oxygen may inhibit brain development in the unborn child.
CEFR Practice Quiz
Cold temperatures can ____ the growth of harmful bacteria in stored food.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The cold weather during the winter months can ____ the growth of many different types of plants.
Word Origin & History
From Latin inhibitus, perfect passive participle of inhibeō (“to hold in, check, restrain”), from in (“in, at, on”), + habeō (“to have, hold, keep”).
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CEFR Practice Quiz
Cold temperatures can ____ the growth of harmful bacteria in stored food.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The cold weather during the winter months can ____ the growth of many different types of plants.