inhibitory
adjective/ɪnˈhɪbɪtɔri/
Frequency rank: #13,690 most common English word
Meaning
having the effect of restraining or suppressing a process or action.
Example sentence
The drug has inhibitory effects on the nervous system, slowing down brain activity.
Synonyms & related words
- suppressive
- restraining
- restrictive
- repressive
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