inhibits

Definitions

To hinder, restrain, or prevent an action or process.

To curb or suppress a feeling or impulse.

To slow down or reduce the rate of a chemical or biological reaction.

Examples

The presence of heavy rain inhibits the growth of certain delicate flowers in the garden.

A lack of sleep significantly inhibits a student's ability to concentrate during exams.

Synonyms

restrains hinders suppresses curbs impedes restricts stifles

Antonyms

promotes encourages facilitates aids stimulates advances fosters