deterrent in French
deterrent in French is dissuasif, moyen de dissuasion — deterrent means acting to discourage someone from doing something.
deterrent in French
dissuasif
Serving to deter, preventing something from happening.
moyen de dissuasion
Something that deters.
What does "deterrent" mean?
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adj Acting to discourage someone from doing something.
"The fine is meant to have a deterrent effect on speeding."
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noun Something that discourages an action, especially through fear of consequences.
"A visible alarm system can be a strong deterrent to burglars."
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deterrent in a sentence
- The fine is meant to have a deterrent effect on speeding.
- A visible alarm system can be a strong deterrent to burglars.
- Nuclear weapons are often described as a deterrent rather than a weapon of use.
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What is "deterrent" in French?
"deterrent" in French is dissuasif, moyen de dissuasion. deterrent means: Acting to discourage someone from doing something.
How do you use "deterrent" in a sentence?
Example: "The fine is meant to have a deterrent effect on speeding." In French, "deterrent" is dissuasif, moyen de dissuasion.
Are there other ways to say "deterrent" in French?
Yes — French has 2 translations listed for "deterrent": dissuasif, moyen de dissuasion.
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