Dictionary Check: deterred

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"deterred" is a valid word!

Scrabble 10 points
Words with Friends 10 points

Definition

verb

try to prevent; show opposition to

Example: "We should discourage this practice among our youth"
Synonyms:
deter discourage
verb

turn away from by persuasion

Example: "Negative campaigning will only dissuade people"
Synonyms:
dissuade deter

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