deterrence

Noun
  1. A negative motivational influence (synset 109203015)
    is a type of: rational motive - a motive that can be defended by reasoning or logical argument
    same as: disincentive
  2. A communication that makes you afraid to try something (synset 107268725)
    is a type of: discouragement - the expression of opposition and disapproval
    same as: determent, intimidation
  3. The act or process of discouraging actions or preventing occurrences by instilling fear or doubt or anxiety (synset 101078412)
    is a type of: hinderance, hindrance, interference - the act of hindering or obstructing or impeding
    subtypes:
    • discouragement - the act of discouraging
    • nuclear deterrence - the military doctrine that an enemy will be deterred from using nuclear weapons as long as he can be destroyed as a consequence

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