deduction

9 synonyms and 2 antonyms for deduction, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.

Noun — An amount subtracted from a total, such as from wages or taxable income.

Synonyms

Everyday swaps

Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.

discount

Less common

Still standard English, but they carry more weight.

synthesis implication

Rare, literary or technical

Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.

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Synonyms by Meaning

1. noun

An amount subtracted from a total, such as from wages or taxable income.

“His payslip listed several deductions, including tax and pension contributions.”

discount synthesis implication entailment subtraction tax write-off tax deduction price reduction deductive reasoning

Opposites

addition

2. noun

A conclusion reached through logical reasoning, moving from general principles to a specific result; also the reasoning process itself.

“The detective's deduction proved correct — the butler had done it.”

Opposites

induction

How to use deduction

The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.

tax deduction logical deduction make a deduction

Etymology

From Middle French déduction, from Latin deductio, matching either deduct + -ion or deduce + -tion.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “deduction” mean?

The word “deduction” means an amount subtracted from a total, such as from wages or taxable income. In plain terms, either an amount taken off a total, or a conclusion reached by logical reasoning.

How do you pronounce “deduction”?

“Deduction” is pronounced dih-DUHK-shuhn (/dɪˈdʌkʃən/ in IPA).

How do you use “deduction” in a sentence?

Here is “deduction” used in a sentence: “His payslip listed several deductions, including tax and pension contributions.”

What part of speech is “deduction”?

“Deduction” is a noun.

Where does the word “deduction” come from?

The word “deduction” comes from Latin. From Middle French déduction, from Latin deductio, matching either deduct + -ion or deduce + -tion.

Is “deduction” a common word?

“Deduction” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.

How many meanings does “deduction” have?

“Deduction” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: an amount subtracted from a total, such as from wages or taxable income.

Related words

tax-deductible

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