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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

dissuasive

/dɪˈsjuːsɪv/ adjective · British & US
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What does dissuasive mean?

adjective

Tending to discourage or dissuade; intended to persuade someone not to do something.

Example

"The dissuasive arguments presented by the economist helped to change the government's stance on the issue."

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