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Definition of deterrer

deterrer

/dɪˈtɜːr.ər/
de · ter · rer
Plural:deterrers
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Adjective:deterrent
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deterrer Lexical Profile

deterrer Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

A person or thing that deters, discourages, or prevents someone from taking a particular action.

Example

"The steep financial penalty acted as an effective deterrer against late contract submissions."

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Word Nuance & Usage

In standard modern English, the noun "deterrent" is vastly preferred over "deterrer" to describe a thing or factor that discourages an action, while "deterrer" is occasionally used to emphasize a personal agent.

• Rhymes for deterrer

• Nearby Words

determiner
deterrence
deterrent
deterrer
detest
detestable
detestably

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Deterrer. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/deterrer
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