Question

Identify the correct meaning of the given word:

Deterrent

• A. Cleansing substance
• B. Defense
• C. Restraint to action
• D. Warning

Answer 1

Answer: (C)

Restraint to action

Deterrent means restraint to action and hence Option C is the correct option.

Option A: Cleansing substance is something that cleans. This is an incorrect option.

Option B: Defense is the action of defending from or resisting attack. This is an incorrect option as this is not the meaning of the aforesaid word.

Option D: Warning is a statement or event that warns of something. This is not the meaning of the mentioned word and hence this is an incorrect option.