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    deterrence
    /dɪˈtɛrəns/

    noun

    • 1. the action of discouraging an action or event through instilling doubt or fear of the consequences: "nuclear missiles remain the main deterrence against possible aggression"

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  2. The meaning of DETERRENCE is the act or process of deterring. How to use deterrence in a sentence.

  3. DETERRENCE definition: 1. the action or the fact of deterring people from doing something: 2. the action or the fact of…. Learn more.

  4. DETERRENCE meaning: 1. the action or the fact of deterring people from doing something: 2. the action or the fact of…. Learn more.

  5. Deterrence definition: the act of deterring, especially deterring a nuclear attack by the capacity or threat of retaliating.. See examples of DETERRENCE used in a sentence.

  6. Deterrence is the prevention of something, especially war or crime, by having something such.... Click for English pronunciations, examples sentences, video.

  7. A deterrence discourages you from doing something. An invisible electric fence is an excellent deterrence for dogs who like to roam outside the yard. You can influence someone's actions by promoting certain behaviors and discouraging others.

  8. 1. : the act of making someone decide not to do something : the act of preventing a particular act or behavior from happening. the deterrence of crime. 2. politics : the policy of developing a lot of military power so that other countries will not attack your country.