Deterrent synonyms and antonyms

dĭ-tûr'ənt, -tŭr'-

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restraint (related)
The definition of a restraint is something that restricts freedom or prevents someone from doing something.
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hindrance
Something which hinders: something that holds back or causes problems with something else.
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encouragement (antonym)
The act of encouraging; incitement to action or to practice; as, the encouragement of youth in generosity.
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block
A substantial, often approximately cuboid, piece of any substance.
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preventive
Preventing or serving to prevent; esp., preventing disease
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hurdle
An artificial barrier, variously constructed, over which athletes or horses jump in a race.
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preclusive
Serving to preclude.
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check
A check is defined as a mark put next to something written down to show it has been verified or completed.
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impediment
The definition of an impediment is an obstacle or something that prevents action.
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curb
A raised margin along an edge used to confine or strengthen.
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preventative
Alternative form of preventive.
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incentive (antonym)
Something, such as the fear of punishment or the expectation of reward, that induces action or motivates effort.
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allow (related)
Intended to prevent
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hinderance
Archaic spelling of hindrance.
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handicap
Something that hampers a person; disadvantage; hindrance
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dissuasive
Tending to dissuade, or divert form a measure or purpose; dehortatory.
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disincentive
Something that prevents or discourages action; a deterrent.
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deterrence (related)
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catalyst (antonym)
(Chemistry) A substance, usually used in small amounts relative to the reactants, that modifies and increases the rate of a reaction without being consumed in the process.
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balk
(Sports) An incomplete or misleading motion, especially an illegal move made by a baseball pitcher.
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baulk
Balk
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deterent (related)
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obstacle
Something that stands in the way of or holds up progress:
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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.

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

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

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