Deter ( verb , noun )

(As a verb)

Deter ( verb )

1. Prevent (someone) from doing something, typically by means of persuasion or threats.
2. Discourage (someone) from doing something.
3. Prevent (an event or situation) from occurring or arising.

Origin:

Late middle english: from latin deterrere, from de- "away from" + terrere "frighten".

Examples:

1. She was determined to deter him from his plan.
2. Nothing could deter him from his goal.
3. Fears that the violence will deter tourists from visiting the area.
4. The threat of punishment is intended to deter criminal activity.
5. The policy is intended to deter companies from polluting the environment.

(As a noun)

Deter ( noun )

1. Prevent (someone) from doing something, typically by means of persuasion or threats.
2. Discourage (someone) from doing something.
3. Prevent (an event or situation) from occurring or arising.

Origin:

Late middle english: from latin deterrere, from de- "away from" + terrere "frighten".

Examples:

1. She was determined to deter him from his plan.
2. Nothing could deter him from his goal.
3. Fears that the violence will deter tourists from visiting the area.
4. The threat of punishment is intended to deter criminal activity.
5. The policy is intended to deter companies from polluting the environment.