Deduct

usgb/dɪˈdʌkt/
verb

To take away an amount or part from a total.

The company will deduct the cost of the repairs from your salary.
Visual representation of "deduct" - To take away an amount or part from a total.

Often appears as...

  • deduct from
  • deduct cost
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Visual representation of "deduct"
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Partial Deduction

Deduct often means removing part, not all, of something like money or points

Illustration for Partial Deduction
If you are late, they'll deduct ten minutes from your break time.
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Total Calculation

Remember that 'deduct' involves calculating what remains after something is taken away.

Illustration for Total Calculation
After we deduct expenses, our net profit is $500.
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Negative Outcome

'Deduct' typically has a negative connotation since it means losing something.

Illustration for Negative Outcome
The store will deduct the fee for the returned item.
Visual representation of the word "Deduct"

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