inhibit
Meaning
To inhibit is to impede or restrain a process, action, or function, often by imposing limitations or obstacles that prevent the full expression or occurrence of a phenomenon, particularly within biological, psychological, or sociocultural contexts.
💡 While "inhibit" often carries a negative connotation implying restriction, it can also refer to necessary controls in scientific and psychological contexts where regulation is essential for balance or health.
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