GRE Word List

DETERRENT

serving to discourage, prevent, or inhibit : serving to deter

The meaning of the word deterrent is serving to discourage, prevent, or inhibit : serving to deter.

Random words

WordMeaning
cohortscompanion
incoherentlacking coherence: such as
claustrophobiaabnormal dread of being in closed or narrow spaces
derisionthe use of ridicule or scorn to show contempt
carnalrelating to or given to crude bodily pleasures and appetites
pedagogythe art, science, or profession of teaching
impassea predicament affording no obvious escape
rarefiedbeing less dense
tendto exhibit an inclination or tendency : conduce
sedulousinvolving or accomplished with careful perseverance