Hyphenation of deterrence

Wondering how to hyphenate the English word deterrence? This word can be hyphenated and contains 3 syllables as shown below.

de-ter-rence

Definitions of deterrence:

1.	A negative motivational influence
2.	A communication that makes you afraid to try something
3.	The act or process of discouraging actions or preventing occurrences by instilling fear or doubt or anxiety

Synonyms of deterrence:

noun	disincentive, rational motive
noun	determent, intimidation, discouragement
noun	hindrance, interference

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