Definitions and Examples of repel, deter
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
To drive away or keep at a distance; to cause dislike or aversion.
Example
The strong smell of the garbage can repel people from walking near it.
To discourage or prevent someone from doing something by creating fear or doubt.
Example
The warning signs on the fence deter people from entering the construction site.
Key Differences: repel vs deter
- 1Repel is used to describe something that causes dislike or aversion, while entice describes something that attracts or allures.
- 2Deter is used to describe something that discourages or prevents someone from doing something, while entice describes something that encourages or persuades someone to do something.
Effective Usage of repel, deter
- 1Marketing: Use entice to describe attractive features of a product or service, and use repel and deter to describe unattractive or undesirable features.
- 2Negotiation: Use entice to persuade someone to agree to a proposal, and use repel and deter to express disagreement or disinterest.
- 3Writing: Use these antonyms to create contrasting moods or tones in a story or essay.
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Remember this!
The antonyms have distinct nuances: Repel conveys dislike or aversion, deter creates fear or doubt, while entice attracts or allures. Use these words in marketing, negotiation, or writing to create contrasting moods or tones.
