What is what does dissuade means?

Dissuade means to discourage someone from doing something by persuading or convincing them not to do it. It involves advising or convincing someone against doing a particular action or performing a particular task. It can also refer to any action or behavior that discourages or prevents someone from following a particular course of action. The goal of dissuading is to change someone's mind or decision by providing alternative reasons or evidence to help them understand the consequences or risks of their actions. It is often used interchangeably with the word "deter."