Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the word
Deduct.
Deduct - as a verb
Make a subtraction
Example: "Subtract this amount from my paycheck"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
subtract12take offHypernyms (Closely Related)
calculate13cipher13compute13cypher16figure10reckon12work outHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Retain and refrain from disbursing; of payments
Example: "My employer is withholding taxes"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
recoup10withhold18Hypernyms (Closely Related)
hold onkeep10Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Reason by deduction; establish by deduction
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
deduce10derive10infer8Hypernyms (Closely Related)
conclude13reason6reason outHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"You can deduct the cost of your business expenses."
"Please deduct the amount from my account."
"He forgot to deduct the taxes from his paycheck."
"You can deduct the interest paid on your student loans."
"The company will deduct the cost of the damaged equipment from your salary."
Word Game Points
Is DEDUCT a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, deduct is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
DEDUCT has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.
Is DEDUCT a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, deduct is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordDEDUCT has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.
Is DEDUCT a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, deduct is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordDEDUCT has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.
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