inhibit

verb

1. to put down by force or authority

   verb.change

   Synonyms conquer curb stamp down subdue suppress

   Source: WordNet 3.0

2. limit the range or extent of

   verb.change

   Examples

   Contact between the young was inhibited by strict social customs.

   Source: WordNet 3.0

3. limit, block, or decrease the action or function of

   verb.social

   Examples

   Inhibit the action of the enzyme.

   Inhibit the rate of a chemical reaction.

   Source: WordNet 3.0

4. control and refrain from showing; of emotions, desires, impulses, or behavior

   verb.social

   Synonyms bottle up suppress

   Source: WordNet 3.0

5. To check; to hold back; to restrain; to hinder.

   verb

   Source: webster1913