Crime Prevention Vocabulary

4 words in this vocabulary list

deter deterrent loitering policeman

deter

verb to discourage or prevent someone from doing something

  • The presence of security cameras can deter potential criminals from committing theft.
  • Putting up a 'Beware of Dog' sign can deter unwanted visitors from approaching your house.
  • Wearing a mask can deter people from recognizing you in public.
  • Her confident demeanor can deter anyone from questioning her authority.

deterrent

noun a thing that discourages or is intended to discourage someone from doing something

  • The high security measures act as a deterrent against potential intruders.
  • Having a guard dog is a good deterrent for burglars.
  • Putting up a 'Beware of Dog' sign can be a good deterrent for unwanted visitors.
  • His strong reputation in the industry serves as a deterrent for competitors trying to challenge him.

loitering

noun the act of lingering or hanging around in a public place with no clear purpose

verb to stand or wait around without a clear purpose

  • Loitering is prohibited in this area according to city ordinance.
  • Hey, stop loitering around and come join us for a game.
  • The security guard kicked us out for loitering near the entrance.
  • His mind seemed to be loitering on thoughts of the past, unable to focus on the present task at hand.

policeman

noun A person who is a member of a police force, especially a male officer

verb No applicable verb for the word 'policeman'

adjective No applicable adjective for the word 'policeman'

adverb No applicable adverb for the word 'policeman'

pronoun No applicable pronoun for the word 'policeman'

preposition No applicable preposition for the word 'policeman'

conjunction No applicable conjunction for the word 'policeman'

interjection No applicable interjection for the word 'policeman'

article No applicable article for the word 'policeman'

  • The policeman patrolled the streets to ensure public safety.
  • I saw a policeman directing traffic at the intersection.
  • The policeman busted the party for noise complaints.
  • She felt like a policeman, constantly monitoring her children's activities.