deterrents (Meaning)

deterrents

serving to discourage, prevent, or inhibit, relating to deterrence, able or acting to deter

High interest rates act as deterrents to borrowing.
The presence of security cameras serves as a deterrent against crime.
Strict punishments for traffic violations are intended as deterrents against reckless driving.
The threat of sanctions is employed as a deterrent against aggressive international behavior.
The bitter taste of certain plants deter herbivores from eating them.
The threat of legal action can be an effective deterrent against unethical practices.
The high cost of renewable energy technology has been a deterrent to its widespread adoption.
The fear of public scrutiny often deters individuals from engaging in questionable behavior.
The presence of an armed guard acts as a deterrent against theft.
The prospect of a lengthy prison sentence is a strong deterrent against committing serious crimes.

serving to discourage, prevent, or inhibit, relating to deterrence, able or acting to deter

hurdles, barriers, obstructions,obstacles, interferences, chains,embarrassments, clogs, burdens, cramps

catalysts, advantages,incentives, stimulants, stimuli, benefits, help, aids, breaks, edges

High interest rates act as deterrents to borrowing.

The presence of security cameras serves as a deterrent against crime.

Strict punishments for traffic violations are intended as deterrents against reckless driving.

The threat of sanctions is employed as a deterrent against aggressive international behavior.