deterrent - Dictionary definition and meaning for word deterrent

Definition
(noun) something immaterial that interferes with or delays action or progress

Synonyms : balk , baulk , check , handicap , hinderance , hindrance , impediment

Definition
(adj) tending to deter

Example Sentence

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DETER + RENT. A high rent IS ALWAYS A discouraging factor FOR TENANTS.

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FOCUS ON rent OF DETERRENT. rent IS ALWAYS A HINDRANCE AND IS DISCOURAGING FOR TENANTS.

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[hindi] dete bola rent, nahi diya.. bechara discourage ho gaya, sala rent lene mein itne hindrances..

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you can also imagine deterrent as detergent + ant ; if you put detergent in front of ant it will obstruct and hinder its path

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sounds close to deteriorate

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Deterrent = detergent. Detergent always hinders or discourages the dust/viruses on the clothes or other materials.

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Think of deterrents as the wrong answers on the mutliple choice of the GRE. These "deterrents" discourage you from choosing the right answer.

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sounds like shattered!!! "Our hopes were shattered(deterred)!"

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Abe O!!! De Tera Rent... :D

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