Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
deduct
verb
/dɪˈdʌkt/
Definition
To take away or subtract something from a total amount.
Examples
- If you deduct taxes from your paycheck, you will see a lower amount reflected in your earnings.
- The company decided to deduct the cost of the missed appointment from her final invoice.
- He plans to deduct his charitable donations when filing his tax return.
Meaning
When you deduct, you are removing a certain amount from a larger amount, often in the context of finances or calculations.
Synonyms
- subtract
- remove
- take away
- lessen
