单词	inhibition
释义	inhibition noun in·​hi·​bi·​tion ˌin-hə-ˈbi-shən  ˌi-nə- 1 : an inner impediment to free activity, expression, or functioning: such as a : a mental process imposing restraint upon behavior or another mental process (such as a desire) b : a restraining of the function of a bodily organ or an agent (such as an enzyme) 2 a : the act of inhibiting : the state of being inhibited b : something that forbids, debars, or restricts Synonyms constraint continence discipline discretion refrainment repression reserve restraint self-command self-control self-restraint suppression See all Synonyms & Antonyms Example Sentences She laughed loudly and without inhibition. an innate inhibition made it difficult for him to tell his girlfriend what he was really feeling Recent Examples on the Web Yet Daney’s inhibition about the subjective side of criticism stands in striking contrast to the peremptory enthusiasms of his prime forebears at Cahiers in the fifties. Richard Brody, The New Yorker, 8 Sep. 2022 Specifically, there was an inhibition of fluorescence with the Parkinson’s disease patient samples. William A. Haseltine, Forbes, 17 Aug. 2022 Sophie’s doctors believed that her traumatic brain injury (TBI) affected her executive functioning, including her inhibition control. Mike Mariani, Wired, 16 Aug. 2022 Due to its critical role in host defense, the inhibition of IL-1 cytokines risks greater and more severe infection. William A. Haseltine, Forbes, 1 July 2022 At the same time, the part of the brain responsible for self-inhibition and control, the dorsolateral prefrontal cortex, became dormant. Sandee Lamotte, CNN, 9 June 2022 And of course, the Kardashian family has created a multibillion-dollar empire out of cunning, chutzpah, a complete lack of inhibition and a willingness to confect drama for ratings. refinery29.com, 18 May 2022 Everyone clamored for a chance to sing, and I was fascinated by their lack of inhibition. San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 Apr. 2022 This approach teams up nicely with that thing that alcohol does, which is reduce my judgment and inhibition. Alli Harvey, Anchorage Daily News, 13 Mar. 2022 See More Word History First Known Use 14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 2a Phrases Containing inhibition feedback inhibition contact inhibition feedback inhibition contact inhibition Medical Definition inhibition noun in·​hi·​bi·​tion ˌin-(h)ə-ˈbish-ən  : the act or an instance of inhibiting or the state of being inhibited: as a(1) : a stopping or checking of a bodily action : a restraining of the function of an organ or an agent (as a digestive fluid or enzyme) inhibition of the heartbeat by stimulation of the vagus nerve inhibition of plantar reflexes (2) : interference with or retardation or prevention of a process or activity inhibition of bacterial growth b(1) : a desirable restraint or check upon the free or spontaneous instincts or impulses of an individual guided or directed by the social and cultural forces of the environment the self-control so developed is called inhibition C. W. Russell (2) : a neurotic restraint upon a normal or beneficial impulse or activity caused by psychological inner conflicts or by sociocultural forces of the environment other outspoken neurotic manifestations are general inhibitions such as inability to think, to concentrate Muriel Ivimey inhibitions, phobias, compulsions, and other neurotic patterns Psychological Abstracts inhibition noun 1 as in restraint the checking of one's true feelings and impulses when dealing with others an innate inhibition made it difficult for him to tell his girlfriend what he was really feeling Synonyms & Similar Words Relevance restraint discipline repression suppression composure constraint refrainment discretion reserve self-control self-restraint continence self-command control possession mastery willpower bashfulness shyness reticence aloofness silence distance detachedness will modesty self-discipline self-censorship self-mastery taciturnity self-containment command self-poise self-denial self-possession self-government Antonyms & Near Antonyms disinhibition incontinence unconstraint gratification uninhibitedness indulgence frankness overindulgence bluntness candor unrestrainedness intemperance self-abandonment self-indulgence immoderacy See More 2 as in obstacle something that makes movement or progress difficult without the inhibition of their jackets, the boys were able to wrestle more vigorously Synonyms & Similar Words obstacle hurdle interference obstruction embarrassment barrier impediment hindrance encumbrance constraint cramp burden block deterrent chain let handicap stumbling block shackles stop clog fetter blockade delay balk blockage brake load crimp restraint trammel arrest hitch curb drag danger manacle holdback bar disadvantage stone wall rein stoppage rub brick wall hazard difficulty embargo snag catch hardship stall holdup drawback reef peril hobble adversity bit cumber check Antonyms & Near Antonyms stimulus incentive catalyst impetus advantage spur stimulant benefit assistance edge aid break goad help boost handmaiden handmaid See More
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