Definitions and Examples of repellent, deterrent
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
Causing disgust or aversion; driving away or preventing something from approaching.
Example
The smell of rotten eggs is repellent to most people.
Something that discourages or prevents someone from doing something.
Example
The high cost of college education is a deterrent for many students who cannot afford it.
Key Differences: repellent vs deterrent
- 1Repellent describes something that causes disgust or aversion, while nonrepellent does not have this effect.
- 2Deterrent is something that discourages or prevents someone from doing something, while nonrepellent does not have this effect.
Effective Usage of repellent, deterrent
- 1Pest Control: Use repellent to keep pests away from your home or garden.
- 2Crime Prevention: Use deterrent to discourage criminal activity in your neighborhood.
- 3Product Marketing: Use nonrepellent to promote products that do not have a negative effect on the user.
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Remember this!
The antonyms have distinct nuances: Repellent causes disgust or aversion, deterrent discourages or prevents someone from doing something, while nonrepellent does not have these effects. Use these words in pest control, crime prevention, and product marketing to convey the intended message effectively.
