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INHIBITION

(noun)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Inhibition.

Inhibition - as a noun

(psychology) the conscious exclusion of unacceptable thoughts or desires

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
suppression15

The quality of being inhibited

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
control9restraint9
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

(physiology) the process whereby nerves can retard or prevent the functioning of an organ or part

Example: "The inhibition of the heart by the vagus nerve"

The action of prohibiting or inhibiting or forbidding (or an instance thereof)

Example: "They were restrained by a prohibition in their charter"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
forbiddance20prohibition18

Example Sentences

"Her shyness was a result of her social inhibition."
"Alcohol can lower inhibitions and make people more outgoing."
"His fear of failure created a mental inhibition that prevented him from taking risks."
"The presence of an authoritative figure can act as an inhibition on bad behavior."
"She had to overcome her inhibitions in order to perform on stage."
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Word Game Points

Is INHIBITION a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, inhibition is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

INHIBITION has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.

Is INHIBITION a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, inhibition is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
INHIBITION has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.

Is INHIBITION a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, inhibition is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
INHIBITION has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.

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