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deter

UK
/dɪˈtɜː/
US
/dɪˈtɝː/

Translations

deterverb
deterred
Past Simple
deterred
Past Participle
deterring
Gerund
UK
/dɪˈtɜː/
US
/dɪˈtɝː/
High prices may deter customers from buying the product.
Высокие цены могут отпугивать покупателей от покупки товара.
The new policy is designed to deter illegal immigration.
Новая политика направлена на предотвращение нелегальной иммиграции.
Additional translations
отговариватьо попытке убедить не делать что-либо
сдерживатьо мерах, снижающих вероятность явления или действия
Synonyms
discourage
impede
hinder
stop
dissuade
prevent
Antonyms
induce
encourage

Definitions

deterverb
To discourage someone from doing something, typically by instilling doubt or fear of the consequences.
The high fines are meant to deter people from littering in the park.
To prevent or inhibit the occurrence or continuation of something.
Better street lighting can deter crime in urban areas.
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