deduct
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /dɪˈdʌkt/
KK: /dɪˈdʌkt/
intransitive verb
Definition
To take away a part or amount from a total, often to reduce the value or amount of something.
Example
Poor plumbing deducts from the value of the house.
Tense Forms
Past: deducted
Past Participle: deducted
Conversation
Did you notice how the old roof really deducts from the house's charm?
Absolutely, it makes it look so worn out.
Yeah, I think it’s one of the reasons why the price is lower than expected.
For sure, a new roof could really boost its value!
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
subtract
remove
diminish
Antonyms
add
increase
enhance
transitive verb
Definition
To take away an amount from a total or to subtract something from a larger amount.
Example
The accountant will deduct the expenses from the total income.
Tense Forms
Past: deducted
Past Participle: deducted
Conversation
I need to figure out how much money I can spend this month.
Have you already deducted your bills from your income?
Not yet, but I should definitely deduct those first.
Root Explanation
Deduct is formed from "de-" (meaning down or away) and "ducere" (meaning to lead). The word means to lead away or take away from a total.
Memory Tip
Think of taking something 'down' ('de-') from a total, which is what deduct means.
Visually Confused Words
educt
rededuct
seduct
reduct
adduct
prededuct
duct