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Term: Antonyms of Entice

1. Verb - Antonyms:

1. Discourage: to dissuade or deter someone from doing something.

Example sentence: She tried to discourage him from quitting his job.

2. Repel: to push away or drive back someone or something.

Example sentence: The strong smell repelled the insects.

3. Deter: to prevent or discourage someone from doing something.

Example sentence: Security cameras can deter burglars.

2. Noun - Antonyms:

1. Apathy: lack of interest or enthusiasm.

Example sentence: The apathy of the audience was evident during the boring speech.

2. Disgust: a strong feeling of revulsion or extreme displeasure.

Example sentence: The sight of rotten food filled her with disgust.

3. Indifference: lack of interest, concern, or sympathy.

Example sentence: His indifference towards social issues was disheartening.

3. Adjective - Antonyms:

1. Unattractive: not pleasing or appealing in appearance.

Example sentence: The building had an unattractive exterior.

2. Repulsive: causing intense disgust or aversion.

Example sentence: The smell from the dumpster was repulsive.

3. Deterring: serving to discourage or prevent.

Example sentence: The deterring effect of the warning signs decreased accidents in the area.