inhibit
/ɪnˈhɪbɪt/
verb
- To prevent or slow down a process, action, or reaction.
- The new law will inhibit the spread of false information online.
- Adding salt to the water can inhibit the growth of bacteria.
- Cold weather can inhibit the growth of certain plants.
- To make someone feel too shy or nervous to act naturally.
- His fear of public speaking inhibits him from sharing his ideas at meetings.
- The strict teacher's presence inhibited the students from asking questions.
- She felt that her lack of experience inhibited her from joining the discussion.