Definitions and Examples of repellent, deterrent
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
Causing disgust or aversion; driving away or keeping something at a distance.
Example
The smell of the garbage was so repellent that it made me feel sick.
Something that discourages or prevents someone from doing something.
Example
The high cost of the tickets was a deterrent for many people who wanted to attend the concert.
Key Differences: repellent vs deterrent
- 1Repellent is an adjective that describes something that causes disgust or aversion, while decoy is a noun that refers to something used to lure or attract.
- 2Deterrent is a noun that describes something that discourages or prevents someone from doing something, while decoy is a noun that refers to something used to mislead or distract.
Effective Usage of repellent, deterrent
- 1Wildlife Conservation: Use repellent to keep animals away from crops or gardens.
- 2Security Measures: Use deterrent to discourage burglars or intruders from entering a property.
- 3Hunting and Fishing: Use decoy to attract animals or fish to a specific location.
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Remember this!
The antonyms have distinct nuances: Repellent conveys disgust or aversion, deterrent discourages or prevents someone from doing something, and decoy lures or misleads. Use these words in different contexts such as wildlife conservation, security measures, hunting, and fishing.
