INHIBITIONS
(noun)Definitions
There are 4 meanings of the word
Inhibitions.
Inhibitions - as a noun
(psychology) the conscious exclusion of unacceptable thoughts or desires
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
suppression15The quality of being inhibited
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
control9restraint9Hyponyms (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)
forbiddance20prohibition18Example Sentences
"His inhibitions prevented him from expressing his true feelings."
"She let go of her inhibitions and danced wildly."
"The alcohol loosened his inhibitions and he started confessing his secrets."
"Public speaking can be challenging for those with inhibitions."
"Her inhibitions made it difficult for her to approach strangers."
Word Game Points
Is INHIBITIONS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, inhibitions is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
INHIBITIONS has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.
Is INHIBITIONS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, inhibitions is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordINHIBITIONS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.
Is INHIBITIONS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, inhibitions is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordINHIBITIONS has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.
