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de·ter·rent
 deterrent
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- pronunciation:
- dih
tuh
r
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- parts of speech:
- noun, adjective
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun)
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noun |
| definition: |
that which deters.
These nutrients are thought to be deterrents against cancer.Harsher punishments were put forward as deterrents against crime.They fortified their defenses as a deterrent against attack.- antonyms:
- incentive, inducement, stimulant, stimulus
- similar words:
- discouragement, disincentive, warning
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| related words: |
bar, drawback, impediment, lesson, obstacle |
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| part of speech: |
adjective |
| definition: |
able or acting to deter.
Are stronger deterrent punishments necessary to prevent these types of crimes? |
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