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inhibit involvement
[ɪnˈhɪbɪt ɪnˈvɒlvmənt]
verb phrase
inibir o envolvimento
1.
To prevent or restrain someone from participating or engaging in something
The lack of resources will inhibit involvement in the project.
A falta de recursos vai inibir o envolvimento no projeto.
2.
To suppress or discourage participation or engagement
Fear and uncertainty inhibit involvement in community activities.
O medo e a incerteza inibem o envolvimento em atividades comunitárias.
Synonyms
prevent participation
discourage engagement
hinder involvement
restrain participation
suppress engagement
Antonyms
encourage involvement
promote participation
facilitate engagement
stimulate involvement
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
inibir o envolvimento
Standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
inibir a participação
Alternative form commonly used in business contexts
Rio de Janeiro
desencorajar o envolvimento
More colloquial alternative
Portugal
inibir o envolvimento
Standard European Portuguese usage
Related Idioms & Phrases
put a damper on
throw a wrench in
hold someone back
keep at arm's length
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