inhibition
[/ˌɪn.hɪˈbɪʃ.ən/]
nounfemininepl: inibições
inibição
1. The action of inhibiting or restraining; the state of being inhibited
The inhibition of growth was caused by lack of nutrients.
A inibição do crescimento foi causada pela falta de nutrientes.
2. A feeling that makes one self-conscious and unable to act in a relaxed way
She overcame her inhibitions and danced freely at the party.
Ela superou suas inibições e dançou livremente na festa.
3. A psychological defense mechanism that suppresses unwanted thoughts or impulses
Psychologists study inhibition of desire in human behavior.
Psicólogos estudam a inibição do desejo no comportamento humano.
4. In chemistry and biology, the slowing or prevention of a chemical reaction or biological process
The enzyme inhibition prevented the reaction from occurring.
A inibição da enzima impediu que a reação ocorresse.
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