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Vinony

deterrence

noun

  1. the use of punishment as a threat to deter people from offending
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Pronunciation: /dɪˈtɛɹəns/ / /dɪˈtɝɹəns/ / /dɪˈtʌɹəns/

noun

Etymology: From the stem of deterrent + -ence.

  1. The act of deterring, or the state of being deterred.

    “The policy relies on nuclear deterrence.”

    “Strict penalties act as a deterrence against theft.”

  2. An action taken by states or alliances of nations against equally powerful alliances to prevent hostile action.

    “policy of deterrence”

  3. The art of producing in one's enemy the fear of attacking.
  4. The art of producing in one's enemy the fear of attacking.
  5. The action of discouraging an action or event by instilling doubt or fear of the penalty or punishment.