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Meaning of DETERRENCE

Pronunciation:  di'turuns

 
WordNet Dictionary
 
 Definition: 
  1. [n]  the act or process of deterring
  2. [n]  a communication that makes you afraid to try something
  3. [n]  a negative motivational influence
 

DETERRENCE is a 10 letter word that starts with D.

 

 Synonyms: determent, disincentive, intimidation
 
 Antonyms: incentive, inducement, motivator
 
 See Also: discouragement, discouragement, dissuasion, hindrance, interference, rational motive

 

 

Webster's 1913 Dictionary
 
 Definition: 
\De*ter"rence\, n.
That which deters; a deterrent; a hindrance. [R.]

 

 

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