deter
/dɪˈtɜːr/
de · ter
dɪ · ˈtɜːr
English Definition
v. prevent, discourage
Significado en Español
disuadir, impedir
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
ngăn cản, làm nản lòng
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Example Sentence
The alarm will deter thieves.
警报器能吓住盗贼。
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
deter(stop)
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
Choose the synonym for the word “deter”:
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A
encourage
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B
follow
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C
prevent
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D
admire
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C — prevent.
“deter” means v. prevent, discourage
Practice — Sentence Completion (ISEE Verbal)
Bright security lights can ______ thieves from breaking into the shop.
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A
encourage
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B
invite
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C
deter
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D
attract
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C — deter.
“deter” means v. prevent, discourage
Common questions about “deter”
What does “deter” mean?
deter — v. prevent, discourage. In Chinese: 阻止，吓阻.
How do you pronounce “deter”?
deter is pronounced /dɪˈtɜːr/. It breaks into 2 syllables: de · ter.
How do you use “deter” in a sentence?
The alarm will deter thieves. (警报器能吓住盗贼。)
What are synonyms for “deter”?
prevent, discourage — all close in meaning to deter (v. prevent, discourage).
Is “deter” an ISEE Middle-level word?
Yes. deter appears on the iSEE Vocab Middle list, which covers 672 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “deter”?
deter(stop)
