Word: Deduction
How to pronounce: dɪˈdʌkʃn
Noun
Definitions:
1. The action of deducting or subtracting something.
Example sentences: "The dividend will be paid without deduction of tax"
2. The inference of particular instances by reference to a general law or principle.
Example sentences: "The detective must uncover the murderer by deduction from facts"
Synonyms:
contribution
allocation
conclusion
logical conclusion
inference
subtraction
subtracting
exemption
rebate
allowance
reduction
discount
withholding
deductive reasoning
consequence
implication
Antonyms:
receipt
Derivations:
deducted
deductible
deductive
deduct
deduce
deducting
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Deduction in Other Languages...
Spanish: Deducción
German: Abzug
French: Déduction
Italian: Deduzione
Turkish: Indirim
