Deterrence theory Synonyms

We can't find synonyms for the phrase "Deterrence theory", but we have synonyms for terms, you can combine them.

DT abbreviation

DT is an abbreviation for Deterrence Theory
What does DT stand for?
DT stands for "Deterrence Theory"

Definitions for Deterrence


  • (noun) a negative motivational influence
  • (noun) the act or process of discouraging actions or preventing occurrences by instilling fear or doubt or anxiety
  • (noun) a communication that makes you afraid to try something

Definitions for Theory


  • (noun) an idea that is the starting point for making a case or conducting an investigation
  • (noun) a belief that can guide behavior
  • (noun) a well-substantiated explanation of some aspect of the natural world; an organized system of accepted knowledge that applies in a variety of circumstances to explain a specific set of phenomena