deterrent

deterrent [adjective]: serving to discourage or prevent.

Example: Jail time can be an effective deterrent to drunken driving.

Related words: deterrently [adverb]

Synonyms: barrier, block, bridle, check, curb, discouragement, disincentive, hindrance, impediment, inhibition, obstacle, restraint, shackle

Antonyms: bait, catalyst, encouragement, enticement, excuse, incentive, incitement, motivation, spur, stimulus

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Category: Vocabulary words

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