Inhibitory (adjective)

Having the effect of preventing or slowing down a physiological or psychological process or activity.

Origin:

Late 19th century: from inhibit + -ory.

Examples:

1. The inhibitory drugs had a calming effect on the patients.
2. The inhibitory mechanisms in the brain controlled impulsiveness.
3. The inhibitory response prevented the spread of the fire.
4. The inhibitory effect of the medication was temporary.
5. The inhibitory signals from the brain stopped the movement of the muscle.