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INHIBITED Synonyms

There are 11 synonyms of the word inhibited. (exact relations)
There are 12 hypernyms of the word inhibited. (close relations)

Best Alternative Words for INHIBITED

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bashful
adjectiveadj
adjective satellite

• self-consciously timid

• disposed to avoid notice

diffident
adjectiveadj
adjective

• lacking self-confidence

adjective satellite

• showing modest reserve

introverted
adjectiveadj
adjective

• given to examining own sensory and perceptual experiences

reluctant
adjectiveadj
adjective satellite

• unwillingness to do something contrary to your custom

• disinclined to become involved

• not eager

reserved
adverb, adjectiveadv, adj
adjective

• set aside for the use of a particular person or party

• marked by self-restraint and reticence

restrained
adjectiveadj
adjective

• under restraint

adjective satellite

• cool and formal in manner

• marked by avoidance of extravagance or extremes

• not showy or obtrusive

• prudent

self-conscious
adjectiveadj
adjective satellite

• aware of yourself as an individual or of your own being and actions and thoughts

• excessively and uncomfortably conscious of your appearance or behavior

shy
adverb, adjectiveadv, adj
adjective

• lacking self-confidence

noun

• a quick throw

adjective satellite

• short

• wary and distrustful; disposed to avoid persons or things

verb

• start suddenly, as from fright

• throw quickly

timid
adjectiveadj
adjective

• showing fear and lack of confidence

• lacking self-confidence

noun

• people who are fearful and cautious

adjective satellite

• lacking conviction or boldness or courage

suppress
verbv
verb

• bring under control by force or authority

• come down on or keep down by unjust use of one's authority

• consciously restrain from showing; of emotions, desires, impulses, or behavior

• put out of one's consciousness

• lessen to the point of stopping

bottle up
verbv
verb

• consciously restrain from showing; of emotions, desires, impulses, or behavior

Best Hypernyms For INHIBITED

Here is a list of related hypernyms for inhibited, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (12)
discomfit discompose disconcert forbid foreclose forestall hinder impede preclude prevent untune upset

Alternatives for BASHFUL

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