dissuasory

/ˌdɪsˈjuːseɪsri/

Definitions

1. adjective

deterrent or discouraging

“The dissuasory effects of the financial crisis led to a significant decrease in consumer spending.”

2. noun

something that discourages or deters

“The dissuasory impact of the new tax policy was felt across various industries.”

Synonyms

  • deterrent
  • discouraging

Antonyms

  • encouraging
  • incentivizing