inhibitory effect

Frequency: 7.09.5 per million words

Used to describe a result that slows down or prevents a particular action or process, common in scientific contexts.

inhibitoryADJECTIVE + NOUN

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effect

Examples (10)

  • The drug demonstrated a significant inhibitory effect on tumor growth.
  • Researchers observed a strong inhibitory effect on enzyme activity.
  • This compound exerts an inhibitory effect on bacterial replication.
  • The new policy aims to have an inhibitory effect on inflation rates.
  • High levels of anxiety can have an inhibitory effect on memory recall.
  • They are studying the inhibitory effect of various factors on plant development.
  • A noticeable inhibitory effect was detected in the presence of the antagonist.
  • Understanding the inhibitory effect is crucial for developing effective treatments.
  • The study demonstrated a dose-dependent inhibitory effect on viral proliferation.
  • The strict regulations might have an inhibitory effect on market innovation.