deterrence
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English[edit]
Etymology[edit]
From the stem of deterrent + -ence.[1]
Pronunciation[edit]
- (Received Pronunciation) IPA(key): /dɪˈtɛɹəns/
Noun[edit]
deterrence (countable and uncountable, plural deterrences)
- The act of deterring, or the state of being deterred.
- Action taken by states or alliances of nations against equally powerful alliances to prevent hostile action.
- The art of producing in one's enemy the fear of attacking.
- (specifically) nuclear deterrence: discouraging nuclear attack through the threat of nuclear retaliation.
- The action of discouraging an action or event by instilling doubt or fear of the penalty or punishment.
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Derived terms[edit]
Translations[edit]
act of deterring
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action taken by states or alliances
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art of producing fear of attacking
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References[edit]
- ^ Douglas Harper (2001–2024) “deterrence”, in Online Etymology Dictionary.