deduct
7 synonyms and 1 antonym for deduct, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To subtract or take away an amount from a total.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use deduct
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
deduct tax
deduct points
automatically deducted
Etymology
Borrowed from Latin dēductus, the past participle of dēdūcere ("to lead away, subtract").
Full origin of deduct →Frequently asked questions
What does “deduct” mean?
The word “deduct” means to subtract or take away an amount from a total. In plain terms, to take an amount off a total, usually money or points.
How do you pronounce “deduct”?
“Deduct” is pronounced dih-DUHKT (/dɪˈdʌkt/ in IPA).
How do you use “deduct” in a sentence?
Here is “deduct” used in a sentence: “The employer deducts tax directly from each paycheck.”
What part of speech is “deduct”?
“Deduct” is a verb.
Where does the word “deduct” come from?
The word “deduct” comes from Latin. Borrowed from Latin dēductus, the past participle of dēdūcere ("to lead away, subtract").
Is “deduct” a common word?
“Deduct” is an uncommon word in modern English.
