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DETERS

(verb)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Deters.

Deters - as a verb

Try to prevent; show opposition to

Example: "We should discourage this practice among our youth"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
discourage

Turn away from by persuasion

Example: "Negative campaigning will only dissuade people"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
dissuade
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
advisecounselrede
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"The high price of the product deters many customers from buying it."
"Putting up security cameras deters burglars from targeting homes."
"The warning sign deters people from trespassing on private property."
"The fear of failure deters many people from pursuing their dreams."
"Using bright colors in the packaging deters insects from approaching food products."
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Word Game Points

Is DETERS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, deters is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

DETERS has a SCRABBLE points total of 7.

Is DETERS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, deters is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DETERS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 7.

Is DETERS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, deters is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DETERS has a WORDFEUD points total of 7.

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