deterred
verbDivide deterred into syllables:
de · terred
How to pronounce deterred:
Definition of deterred:
- deterred (verb):
- to turn aside, discourage, or prevent from acting
Synonyms for deterred:
dissuadeddiscouragedAntonyms for deterred:
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