deterrent

noun

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There are 3 syllables in the word deterrent.

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de · ter · rent

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Definition of deterrent:

deterrent (noun):: something that deters; something immaterial that interferes with or delays action or progress.

Synonyms for deterrent:

albatross

balk

barrier

baulk

bind

block

burden

chain

check

constraint

curb

defensive measures

determent

difficulty

diriment impediment

discouragement

disincentive

embarrassment

encumbrance

handicap

hinderance

hindrance

hurdle

impediment

inhibition

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Antonyms for deterrent:

allurement

assistance

attraction

bait

bribe

carrot

catalyst

cause

clarion call

con

consideration

conversion

convincing

douceur

draw

encouragement

enticement

goad

help

hook

impetus

impulse

incentive

incitement

inducement

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