deterrence - Similar and Opposite Words

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Noun

the act or process of discouraging actions or preventing occurrences by instilling fear or doubt or anxiety

Synonyms

• deterrence

More generic

• hinderance
• hindrance
• interference

More specific

• discouragement
• nuclear deterrence

Noun

a communication that makes you afraid to try something

Synonyms

• determent
• deterrence
• intimidation

More generic

• discouragement

Noun

a negative motivational influence

Synonyms

• deterrence
• disincentive

More generic

• rational motive

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