Definition

Referring to the amount remaining after taxes have been deducted from income or profits.

Example

The posttax income is what you actually take home after all deductions.

Conversation

Did you see my paycheck after the deductions?

Yeah, I noticed it was much lower than expected.

I guess that's what happens when you factor in posttax income.

True, it really makes you rethink your budget!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Posttax → It is formed from "post-" (meaning after) and "tax" (from Latin "taxare", meaning to assess or estimate). The word "posttax" refers to something that occurs or is calculated after taxes have been applied.

Memory Tip

Think of 'after' ('post-') the 'assessment' ('tax') — that's why posttax means what happens after taxes.

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