Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

deferral

Noun
/dɪˈfɜːr.əl/
Definition
The act of delaying or postponing something to a later time or date.
Examples
  • She requested a deferral on her student loan payments.
  • The company announced a deferral of the annual meeting.
  • The athlete received a deferral for the competition due to injury.
Meaning
A deferral occurs when something is put off or deferred, often used in the context of payments, decisions, or obligations.
Synonyms
  • postponement
  • delay
  • adjournment
  • extension
  • hold-up