deter
/dɪˈtɜː/ · /dɪˈtɝː/
CEFR level C1Topic SocietyWord #6450 in the learning path
阻止；使打消念头
Definitions
v. To discourage an action by making it seem difficult or risky.
阻止；使打消念头
Example
The heavy rain did not deter our determined hikers.
大雨没有让我们坚定的徒步者打退堂鼓。
Higher parking fees may deter commuters from driving into city centres during peak hours.
提高停车费可能使通勤者不愿在高峰时段开车进入市中心。
Collocations
- deter someone from doing something
- deter crime
- deter potential customers
Word family
- deterrent (n.)
- deterrence (n.)
Synonyms
- discourage
- dissuade
Antonyms
- encourage
Usage tip
用deter sb from doing；过去式为deterred。
FAQ
- What does deter mean?
- To discourage an action by making it seem difficult or risky.
- How is deter pronounced?
- UK /dɪˈtɜː/, US /dɪˈtɝː/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
