General prosperity and satisfaction are the best deterrents to revolution.
Source: tatoeba (2366881)
Deterrents
Synonyms for "deterrents" (13 found)
Ranked by relevance and common usage.
Closest matches (3)
Noun(3 words)
control mechanismcrime control measuredeterrence component
Strong matches (4)
Noun(4 words)
deterrence elementdeterrence factordeterrence variabledeterrent measure
Related words (6)
Noun(5 words)
Choosing the right synonym
- Closest matches in this entry: control mechanism, crime control measure, deterrence component, deterrence element, deterrence factor.
- Sentence evidence is available for deterrents, so synonym choice can be checked against real usage rather than a flat word list.
- Ranking signals come from opengloss, derived_reverse.
Synonym selection checklist
- Match the part of speech before comparing meanings.
- Check whether the synonym changes intensity, formality, or emotional tone.
- Read the replacement inside the full sentence, not just beside "deterrents".
- Prefer the clearest word over the most unusual word when writing for speed or comprehension.
When not to replace "deterrents"
Keep "deterrents" when the sentence already sounds natural, when a synonym would add unintended emphasis, or when readers need the most familiar wording. A synonym should clarify or sharpen the message, not simply make the sentence look more varied.
If two options seem close, choose the one that best matches the audience and purpose of the sentence.
Replacement workflow
1. Preserve meaning
Choose a synonym only if it keeps the core idea of "deterrents" intact in the sentence you are editing.
2. Tune tone
Check whether the replacement sounds more formal, casual, emotional, technical, or forceful than the original word.
3. Re-read context
Read the full sentence after the swap. Keep the synonym only when the sentence becomes clearer or more precise.
Review note: Synonym lists are ranked with lexical data and reviewed for practical writing value. Use the comparison notes, sentence evidence, and source labels together; a high-ranking synonym can still be wrong when the audience, register, or grammar changes.
Final fit check
After choosing a replacement for "deterrents", read the sentence once for meaning and once for rhythm. The best synonym should feel natural in the full sentence, not only accurate in a word list.
If the synonym makes the sentence slower, vaguer, or more dramatic than intended, keep "deterrents" or choose a simpler alternative from the closest-match group.
Related word relations
OpenGloss and ConceptNet supply richer edges like generalizations, collocations, and derivations.
More general
4 entriesMore specific
8 entriesCollocations
6 entriescredible deterrentdeterrent effectdeterrent measuredeterrent policyeconomic deterrentsecurity measure
Derivations
1 entriesSample sentences
4 total sentences available.
Crewed expeditions in deep space may be a long time from now, if ever. Zero-gravity conditions and space radiation are deterrents, not to mention the psychological trauma of isolation in outer space and the exorbitant cost financially. The pioneers would have to be fit soldiers.
Source: tatoeba (10570979)
Cold and darkness are no deterrents for him.
Source: tatoeba (11818083)
Conversely, police and security officials say even when cameras do not always prevent crimes, they can be deterrents and aid in catching those who commit them.
Source: tatoeba (11863257)
Common questions
What are the closest synonyms for "deterrents"?
Closest matches include control mechanism, crime control measure, deterrence component, deterrence element, deterrence factor.
How should I check whether a synonym fits "deterrents"?
Compare the replacement against real sentence context. This entry includes sample sentences so you can check tone, grammar, and meaning before swapping words.