Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
inhibition
noun
/ɪnˈhɪbɪʃən/
Definition
A mental process that restrains or holds back an action or impulse.
Examples
- His inhibition about speaking in public made him nervous during presentations.
- The medication helped reduce her inhibition, allowing her to socialize more easily.
- The teacher noticed that the students’ inhibition faded as they engaged in group activities.
Meaning
Inhibition refers to the act of preventing or controlling certain behaviors or emotions, often resulting in a restriction of activities or feelings.
Synonyms
- restraint
- constraint
- suppression
- self-control
