deter
Translation
to deter
Examples
The high price might deter customers.
The high price might deter customers.
We must deter him from making a mistake.
We must deter him from making a mistake.
Grammar Patterns
((sb./sth.)) to deter (sb./sth.) The high price might deter customers.
((sb.)) ((from -ing)) to deter (sb.) from (doing sth.) We must deter him from making a mistake.
Similar Words
Synonyms: discourage, prevent, stop; Antonyms: encourage, persuade
Etymology
From Latin 'deterrere' (to frighten from), from 'de-' (from) + 'terrere' (to frighten). Related to 'terror'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'de-terror' - using terror or fear to stop someone from doing something.