Search Result:deterrence
KK Pronunciation
〔 dIˋtFrәns 〕
Pronunciation
〔 diˊterәns 〕
Overview of noun deterrence
The noun deterrence has 3 senses
- disincentive, deterrence -- (a negative motivational influence)
- determent, deterrence, intimidation -- (a communication that makes you afraid to try something)
- deterrence -- (the act or process of discouraging actions or preventing occurrences by instilling fear or doubt or anxiety)