inhibit
/ɪnˈhɪbɪt/
in · hib · it
/ɪn · ˈhɪb · ɪt/
English Definition
v. to hold back or prevent an action
Significado en Español
inhibir, impedir
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
ức chế, ngăn cản
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
in(inside)+hibit(hold) → stay inside, not go out → inhibit.
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
Which word is a synonym of inhibit?
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A
restrain
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B
engage
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C
allow
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D
permit
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A — restrain.
“inhibit” means v. to hold back or prevent an action
Common questions about “inhibit”
What does “inhibit” mean?
inhibit — v. to hold back or prevent an action. In Chinese: 抑制，阻止.
How do you pronounce “inhibit”?
inhibit is pronounced /ɪnˈhɪbɪt/. It breaks into 3 syllables: in · hib · it.
Is “inhibit” an ISEE Upper-level word?
Yes. inhibit appears on the iSEE Vocab Upper list, which covers 804 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “inhibit”?
in(inside)+hibit(hold) → stay inside, not go out → inhibit.
