Meaning & Definition of Deterrent in English
English⟶
Deterrent
/dɪtərrənt/
noun
1. Something immaterial that interferes with or delays action or progress
synonym:
- hindrance,
- hinderance,
- deterrent,
- impediment,
- balk,
- baulk,
- check,
- handicap
adjective
1. Tending to deter
- "The deterrent effects of high prices"
synonym:
- deterrent