inhibits

VERB

restrict, prevent

Synonyms

STRONGEST

constrain curb discourage forbid hinder impede obstruct outlaw prohibit restrain stymie suppress

STRONG

arrest avert bar bit bridle check cramp enjoin faze frustrate hog-tie interdict repress sandbag stop taboo ward withhold

WEAK

hang up hold back hold down hold in keep in put on brakes

Antonyms

STRONGEST

advance aid allow assist encourage facilitate forward free help let go permit promote push release support

WEAK

approve

Example Sentences

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The massive share of China’s CPU market that Intel and AMD have enjoyed for decades inhibits the development of Chinese alternatives.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 26, 2026

Or the kite maker might have attached the string in a way that inhibits the kite’s ability to catch air pressure and rise.

From Los Angeles Times • May 3, 2026

One medication already used to treat hypertension, losartan, inhibits the angiotensin receptor.

From Science Daily • Nov. 24, 2025

The Merck pill, which inhibits PCSK9, showed comparable efficacy to existing injectable drugs and did not have increased side effects or study dropouts.

From Barron's • Nov. 10, 2025

I reject the break room for this purpose because the TV inhibits conversation, and for all I know that’s what it’s supposed to do.

From "Nickel and Dimed: On (Not) Getting By in America" by Barbara Ehrenreich