deterrence
Pronunciation: /dɪˈtɛɹəns/
The English word “deterrence” has 5 meanings listed here.
noun
- The act of deterring, or the state of being deterred.
- An action taken by states or alliances of nations against equally powerful alliances to prevent hostile action.
- The art of producing in one's enemy the fear of attacking.
- Nuclear deterrence: discouraging nuclear attack through the threat of nuclear retaliation.
- The action of discouraging an action or event by instilling doubt or fear of the penalty or punishment.
Etymology
From the stem of deterrent + -ence.
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