
Deterrent
Context Matters
Used where punishment or consequence is implied for unwanted actions.
Strict supervision in the lab acts as a deterrent to careless mistakes.
Negative Connotation
Usually refers to something undesirable that prevents actions.
Harsh penalties serve as a deterrent against tax evasion.
Severity Varies
Can range from mild discouragement to strong prevention.
A light rain can be a deterrent to a picnic, but a thunderstorm will prevent it.
Compare with
BarrierHindranceInhibitionObstaclePreventionRepellentRestraint
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