deterrence Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. noun a negative motivational influence
    disincentive.
  2. noun a communication that makes you afraid to try something
    determent; intimidation.
  3. noun the act or process of discouraging actions or preventing occurrences by instilling fear or doubt or anxiety

WordNet


De*ter"rence noun
Definitions
  1. That which deters; a deterrent; a hindrance. R.

Webster 1913