INHIBITED Synonyms
There are 12 hypernyms of the word inhibited. (close relations)
Best Alternatives
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| bashful | adjectiveadj | |||||
adjective satellite • self-consciously timid • disposed to avoid notice | ||||||
| diffident | adjectiveadj | |||||
adjective • lacking self-confidence adjective satellite • showing modest reserve | ||||||
| introverted | adjectiveadj | |||||
adjective • given to examining own sensory and perceptual experiences | ||||||
| reluctant | adjectiveadj | |||||
adjective satellite • unwillingness to do something contrary to your custom • disinclined to become involved • not eager | ||||||
| reserved | adverb, adjectiveadv, adj | |||||
adjective • set aside for the use of a particular person or party • marked by self-restraint and reticence | ||||||
| restrained | adjectiveadj | |||||
adjective • under restraint adjective satellite • cool and formal in manner • marked by avoidance of extravagance or extremes • not showy or obtrusive • prudent | ||||||
| self-conscious | adjectiveadj | |||||
adjective satellite • aware of yourself as an individual or of your own being and actions and thoughts • excessively and uncomfortably conscious of your appearance or behavior | ||||||
| shy | adverb, adjectiveadv, adj | |||||
adjective • lacking self-confidence noun • a quick throw adjective satellite • short • wary and distrustful; disposed to avoid persons or things verb • start suddenly, as from fright • throw quickly | ||||||
| timid | adjectiveadj | |||||
adjective • showing fear and lack of confidence • lacking self-confidence noun • people who are fearful and cautious adjective satellite • lacking conviction or boldness or courage | ||||||
| suppress | verbv | |||||
verb • bring under control by force or authority • come down on or keep down by unjust use of one's authority • consciously restrain from showing; of emotions, desires, impulses, or behavior • put out of one's consciousness • lessen to the point of stopping | ||||||
| bottle up | verbv | |||||
verb • consciously restrain from showing; of emotions, desires, impulses, or behavior | ||||||
