deterrence
noun/dɪˈtɛɹəns/UK/dɪˈtɝɹəns/US
Etymology
From the stem of deterrent + -ence.
Definitions
The act of deterring, or the state of being deterred.
An action taken by states or alliances of nations against equally powerful alliances to…
An action taken by states or alliances of nations against equally powerful alliances to prevent hostile action.
The art of producing in one's enemy the fear of attacking.
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The action of discouraging an action or event by instilling doubt or fear of the penalty…
The action of discouraging an action or event by instilling doubt or fear of the penalty or punishment.
The neighborhood
- synonymintimidation
- synonymdissuasion
Vish — recursive loop
No curated loop yet for deterrence. Loops are being traced one word at a time while the ingestion pipeline matures.
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