威慑 (wēi shè): Deterrence / intimidate (Verb) — Meaning & Stroke Order

The police stand there to deter bad people.

Can this new type of weapon effectively deter potential threats?

Economic measures alone cannot fully deter terrorist activities.

The existence of nuclear weapons poses a huge deterrence to international security, but also brings potential crises.

The law maintains social order and justice through punishment and deterrence.