C2 noun #45,341 most common

deterrence

UK /dɪˈtɛɹəns/ | US /dɪˈtɛɹəns/

The act of deterring, or the state of being deterred.

deterrence in 30 Seconds

  • (noun) The act of deterring, or the state of being deterred.
  • (noun) Action taken by states or alliances of nations against equally powerful alliances to prevent hostile action.
  • (noun) The art of producing in one's enemy the fear of attacking.

Meanings

  1. 1
    noun The act of deterring, or the state of being deterred.
  2. 2
    noun Action taken by states or alliances of nations against equally powerful alliances to prevent hostile action.
  3. 3
    noun The art of producing in one's enemy the fear of attacking.

Synonyms

dissuasion intimidation
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