noun
Uncommon
inhibitor
ihn-HIH-biht
Inhibitor (noun) means a substance that slows down or stops a chemical or biological process. Example: “The medication is an ACE inhibitor used to treat high blood pressure.”
noun
1
A substance that slows down or stops a chemical or biological process.
"The medication is an ACE inhibitor used to treat high blood pressure."
"Corrosion inhibitors are added to the coolant to protect the engine."
How to use inhibitor
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSomething — usually a chemical — that blocks or slows a reaction from happening.
Common pairings
enzyme inhibitor
ACE inhibitor
rust inhibitor
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Word forms
- Plural
- inhibitors
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Antonyms
activator
Rhymes for inhibitor
editor
suitor
monitor
traitor
visitor
janitor
auditor
creditor
capacitor
solicitor
competitor
inquisitor
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Frequently asked questions
What does “inhibitor” mean?
The word “inhibitor” means a substance that slows down or stops a chemical or biological process. In plain terms, something — usually a chemical — that blocks or slows a reaction from happening.
How do you pronounce “inhibitor”?
“Inhibitor” is pronounced ihn-HIH-biht (/ɪnˈhɪbɪtɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “inhibitor” in a sentence?
Here is “inhibitor” used in a sentence: “The medication is an ACE inhibitor used to treat high blood pressure.”
What part of speech is “inhibitor”?
“Inhibitor” is a noun.
Is “inhibitor” a common word?
“Inhibitor” is an uncommon word in modern English.
