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inhibitory

/ɪn.hɪˈbɪ.tri/ adjective · British & US
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What does inhibitory mean?

adjective

Relating to or causing inhibition; preventing or reducing the activity of a process or system.

Example

"The inhibitory effect of the new medication on the patient's symptoms was remarkable."

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