to deter
01
阻止, 威慑
to stop something from happening
Transitive: to deter an action or situation
例子
The visible security cameras are intended to deter theft in the store.
可见的安全摄像头旨在阻止商店中的盗窃行为。
The high cost of fines is expected to deter speeding on the highway.
高额的罚款预计将遏制高速公路上的超速行为。
02
阻止, 威慑
to discourage or prevent someone from doing something, usually by creating fear or doubt in their mind
Transitive: to deter sb from sth
例子
Harsh penalties are deterring individuals from committing crimes.
严厉的惩罚阻止个人犯罪。
Public awareness campaigns are deterring people from engaging in risky behaviors.
公众意识运动阻止人们从事危险行为。
词汇树
determent
deterrence
deterrent
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