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determent

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Determent (noun) means the act of putting someone off doing something.

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The act of putting someone off doing something.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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Synonyms

deterrence intimidation

Related words

threat prevention harassment bullying intimidation deter deterrence disincentive

Rhymes for determent

ferment interment betterment empowerment endangerment dismemberment

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What is the meaning of determent?

"determent" (noun) means the act of putting someone off doing something.

What is another word for determent?

Other words for "determent" include deterrence, intimidation.

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