1. to prevent, restrain, or discourage the participation and engagement of members of a community in social, civic, or collective activities
Strict regulations inhibit community involvement in local decision-making processes.
Regulamentações rígidas inibem o envolvimento comunitário nos processos de tomada de decisão local.
2. to create barriers or obstacles that reduce or eliminate community members' ability or willingness to participate in group initiatives
Fear and mistrust inhibit community involvement in neighborhood improvement projects.
O medo e a desconfiança inibem o envolvimento comunitário em projetos de melhoria do bairro.