Deterrent Definition

dĭ-tûrənt, -tŭr-
deterrents
adjective
Deterring or tending to deter.
Webster's New World

Serving to deter, preventing something from happening.

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noun
deterrents
A thing or factor that deters; hindrance.
Webster's New World
A retaliatory means of discouraging enemy attack.
A nuclear deterrent.
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Other Word Forms of Deterrent

Noun

Singular:
deterrent
Plural:
deterrents

Origin of Deterrent

  • Latin deterrens, present participle of deterrere.

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Deterrent Sentence Examples

  • This has to be a serious deterrent to Japan (as an example).

  • The cost is a deterrent for many people.

  • The Blue Badge Protector is a visible deterrent to thieves.

  • Even if you do have a high-quality printer, the cost of ink and photo paper could be a deterrent.

  • She did, however, celebrate the deterrent effect of the new law that was passed.

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