어떤 행위를 하지 못하도록 겁을 주거나 방해하는 수단이나 물건
A thing that discourages or is intended to discourage someone from doing something through fear of the consequences.
예문:
"The installation of high-definition cameras serves as a major deterrent to shoplifting."
"The threat of a heavy fine is often a sufficient deterrent for most speeding drivers."
상대방의 공격을 막기 위해 보유하는 군사력이나 핵무기 체계
A military force or weapon system, especially nuclear, intended to prevent an enemy from attacking.
예문:
"The government argued that maintaining a nuclear deterrent was essential for national security."
"Strong military alliances can act as a collective deterrent against foreign aggression."
특정한 행동이나 태도를 하지 못하도록 제지하거나 방해하는 성질의
Serving to discourage or prevent a particular action or behavior.
예문:
"The new laws were designed to have a deterrent effect on tax evasion."
"Deterrent measures were put in place to stop people from entering the restricted zone."