deterrent
noun
UK/dɪˈter.ᵊnt/
US/dɪˈter.ᵊnt/
Definitions of deterrent noun
- C2Countable(可数名词)
Something that prevents or discourages an action or behavior from occurring.
威慑力量；制止因素；阻止物
Nuclear weapons are an effective deterrent.
核武器是一种有效的威慑力量。
The purpose of surveillance cameras is to act as a deterrent to potential criminal activity.
监控摄像头的目的是作为对潜在犯罪活动的威慑。
Heavy fines serve as a powerful deterrent to illegal parking.
重罚是对非法停车的有力威慑。