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dissuasive

 

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Adjective dissuasive has 1 sense
  1. dissuasive - deterring from action; "dissuasive advice"; "made a slight dissuasive gesture with her hand"
    Antonyms:
    persuasive, coaxing, ingratiatory, compelling, glib, glib-tongued, smooth-tongued

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dissuasive

Adjective

- serving or intended to dissuade or deter

Sense 1:

- She gave a dissuasive speech, urging the students not to drop out of school.

Sense 2:

- The dissuasive measures taken by the government helped reduce the crime rate.

Sense 3:

- The dissuasive tactics employed by the teacher prevented the students from engaging in disruptive behavior.

Noun

- a person or thing that dissuades

Sense 1:

- The mother acted as a dissuasive to the kids when they wanted to eat too many sweets.

Sense 2:

- The police officer played the role of a dissuasive by warning drivers about the dangers of speeding.

Sample Sentences:

1. The dissuasive warning sign at the construction site ensured people's safety.

2. The dissuasive effect of the shocking statistics made him reconsider his decision.

3. Despite her dissuasive efforts, he still went ahead with his reckless plan.

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