inhibit
0 antonyms and opposites of inhibit, grouped by meaning.
Verb — To slow down, restrain, or prevent something from happening freely.
How to use inhibit
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Latin inhibere, "to hold in, restrain," from "in-" + habere ("to have, hold").
Full origin of inhibit →Frequently asked questions
What does “inhibit” mean?
The word “inhibit” means to slow down, restrain, or prevent something from happening freely. In plain terms, to hold something back or make it harder to happen.
How do you pronounce “inhibit”?
“Inhibit” is pronounced ihn-HIH-biht (/ɪnˈhɪbɪt/ in IPA).
How do you use “inhibit” in a sentence?
Here is “inhibit” used in a sentence: “Cold weather can inhibit plant growth.”
What part of speech is “inhibit”?
“Inhibit” is a verb.
Where does the word “inhibit” come from?
The word “inhibit” comes from Latin. From Latin inhibere, "to hold in, restrain," from "in-" + habere ("to have, hold").
Is “inhibit” a common word?
“Inhibit” is an uncommon word in modern English.