inhibitor
/ɪnˈhɪbɪtər/
noun
- A substance or factor that slows down or prevents a chemical reaction or biological process.
- Rust inhibitors are added to paint to protect metal surfaces.
- Scientists are testing a new inhibitor that could stop the virus from spreading.
- This drug acts as an inhibitor of the enzyme that causes inflammation.
- Something that prevents or restricts an action or development.
- Lack of funding is a major inhibitor to scientific research.
- Social anxiety can act as an inhibitor to forming new friendships.
- Fear of failure can be a powerful inhibitor of creativity.
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