dissuaders
|dis-suad-ers|
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/dɪˈsweɪdərz/
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/dɪˈsweɪdəz/
(dissuader)
one who discourages or prevents
Etymology
Etymology Information
'dissuader' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'dissuadere,' where 'dis-' meant 'away' and 'suadere' meant 'to advise.'
Historical Evolution
'dissuadere' transformed into the French word 'dissuader,' and eventually became the modern English word 'dissuader' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to advise against,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'someone or something that discourages or prevents.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
plural form of 'dissuader'; people or things that dissuade or discourage someone from doing something.
The dissuaders tried to convince him not to take the risk.
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Last updated: 2025/08/08 22:47