act like wet blanket

Main Entry:	deter [dih-tur] Show IPA/dɪˈtɜr/ Show Spelled
Part of Speech:	verb
Definition:	check, inhibit from action
Synonyms:	act like a wet blanket, avert, block, caution, chill, cool, damp, dampen, daunt, debar, disadvise, discourage, dissuade, divert, forestall, forfend, frighten, hinder, impede, intimidate, obstruct, obviate, preclude, prevent, prohibit, put a damper on, put off, restrain, rule out, scare, shut out, stave off, stop, talk out of, throw cold water on, turn off, warn
Antonyms:	encourage, instigate, persuade, promote, put on to, stimulate, support, turn on, urge

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