What does "deterring" mean?

present participle and gerund of deter

Deterring

Q: What is a synonym for "deterring"?

Common synonyms include: alarming, chilling, deterrent, disconcerting, discouraging, disheartening.

verb

verb ·3 syllables ·Rare ·Advanced level

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Verb

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present participle and gerund of deter form-of, gerund, participle, present

Synonyms

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alarming chilling deterrent disconcerting discouraging disheartening

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"The President is directing federal agencies to develop a comprehensive program aimed at deterring illegal fishing, addressing seafood fraud, and preventing illegally caught fish from entering the marketplace by increasing traceability and transparency."

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