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deterrence
deterrence
/dɪˈtɝːəns/
noun
The act or process of discouraging actions or preventing occurrences by instilling fear or doubt or anxiety
(
deterrence
)
the act or process of discouraging actions or preventing occurrences by instilling fear or doubt or anxiety
A communication that makes you afraid to try something
(
determent
,
deterrence
,
intimidation
)
a communication that makes you afraid to try something
A negative motivational influence
(
deterrence
,
disincentive
)
a negative motivational influence
The strict penalties served as a deterrence, discouraging people from committing crimes.
The strict penalties served as a deterrence, discouraging people from committing crimes.
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