Inhibit

7 lettersverbcommon

Updated June 2026

Definition

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

“Cold temperatures inhibit the growth of harmful bacteria in stored food.”

Pronunciation

IPA

/ɪnˈhɪbɪt/

Syllables

in·hib·it

Related Words

Synonyms

suppress

Antonyms

encourage promote facilitate

Word Game Tips

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Wordle

Ends in BIT. Contains a double I which is notable. HI and BIT both sit within.

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Scrabble

BIT scores well on a bonus square. Double I can be useful when I tiles are plentiful.

Words Related to Inhibit

Words one letter different

Change a single letter of “inhibit” to make these 7-letter words — useful for Wordle and crossword clues.

inhabit

Words you can make from Inhibit

Shorter words formed from the letters in “inhibit”.

binit binh bini biti hint init thin

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