startle or deter
The cameras themselves are not a way to deter crime but they can potential catch the crime in progress. With good lighting in areas of a business, it hinders potential crimes being committed.
block or avoid
deter
Block, Check, Fence
A synonym of deter is divert. An antonym of deter is support.
No, deter is a verb.
The dictionary meaning of the word derail is to cause something to move off its current course or track. Synonyms include to thwart, wreck. deter, and hinder.
Opposites of motivate are discourage, deject, deter, dishearten, stultify, put to sleep
Deterred is the past tense of deter.
The opposite of deter is encourage or promote.
We're trying to deter students from skipping school by rewarding consistent attendance. Does punishment deter crime?