Synonyms of the word

determent

• n. the act of deterring; deterrence.

deterrence

• n. The act of deterring, or the state of being deterred.
• n. Action taken by states or alliances of nations against equally powerful alliances to prevent hostile action.
• n. The art of producing in one's enemy the fear of attacking.

discouragement

• n. the act of discouraging.
• n. anything that discourages.

intimidation

• n. The act of making timid or fearful or of deterring by threats; the state of being intimidated.