deterred

[US]/dɪˈtɜːd/
[UK]/dɪˈtɜrd/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

v.prevented or discouraged from acting

Phrases & Collocations

deterred by fear

deterred from action

deterred from trying

deterred by obstacles

deterred by risk

deterred from change

deterred by doubt

deterred from speaking

deterred by criticism

deterred from success

Example Sentences

the bad weather deterred many hikers from climbing the mountain.

she was deterred by the high cost of living in the city.

the strict rules deterred students from breaking the law.

fear of failure deterred him from pursuing his dreams.

the security measures deterred potential thieves from entering.

her harsh criticism deterred him from sharing his ideas.

the lack of funding deterred the project from moving forward.

he was deterred from applying for the job due to his lack of experience.

the threat of punishment deterred him from misbehaving.

concerns about safety deterred many from attending the event.

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