Inhibitions Synonyms and Antonyms

(psychology) the conscious exclusion of unacceptable thoughts or desires
(Noun)
Synonyms:
  1. restraints
  2. suppressions
  3. hang-ups
  4. trammels
  5. strictures
  6. restrictions
  7. limitations
  8. limits
  9. curbs
  10. obstacles
  11. cramps
  12. constraints
  13. barriers
  14. hindrances
  15. checks
The action of prohibiting or inhibiting or forbidding (or an instance thereof)
(Noun)
Synonyms:
  1. prohibitions
  2. tabus
  3. proscriptions
  4. interdictions
  5. bani
Antonyms:
  1. assistances
  2. promotions
  3. helps
  4. aid
  5. approvals
  6. liberations
  7. freedoms
  8. encouragements

Words Related to Inhibitions

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Inhibitions Sentence Examples

  • It was time to shove those old inhibitions out of their bedroom.

  • Overcoming inhibitions in intimate personal encounters is difficult.

  • There is nothing that she hasn't seen before, so go ahead and lower your inhibitions in effort to relax and discuss the outcome of your visit.

  • The water provides a sense of privacy, decreasing anxieties and inhibitions.

  • Many people view the more exhibitionist approach as a way to signal a lack of inhibitions, but there are just as many people reading your ad who will interpret this as an invitation for a one-night roll in the hay.

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