Meaning & Definition of Deter in English
English⟶
Deter
/dɪtər/
verb
1. Try to prevent
- Show opposition to
- "We should discourage this practice among our youth"
synonym:
- deter,
- discourage
2. Turn away from by persuasion
- "Negative campaigning will only dissuade people"
synonym:
- dissuade,
- deter