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What is another word for deterrent?

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Noun
A thing that prevents or is intended to prevent someone from doing something
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“But Anderson admitted the park's unique location also serves as a deterrent to the deluge of visitors he's hoping for.”
Noun
A thing that discourages or is intended to discourage someone
“The punishments meted out by courts are to serve as a warning, as a deterrent to others that if they too step out of place, they too can expect similar punishment.”
Noun
An official or legal ban, restriction or prohibition
Noun
A means or method of defending (against attack)
Adjective
Able or intended to restrict or prevent
“Tal agrees that effective deterrent measures in the present are liable to make the enemy stronger and more determined, and weakens the effectiveness of the deterrent in the future.”
Adjective
Tending to deter or dissuade
“Such punishment is to be used as a deterrent warning to others not to go and do likewise.”
Adjective
Of or pertaining to an admonition
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