deductions

Definitions

The action of subtracting or taking away an amount from a total.

The process of reaching a conclusion about something by reasoning from general principles.

An amount that is or may be subtracted from taxable income.

Examples

The detective made several logical deductions based on the evidence found at the crime scene.

Your paycheck will be lower this month due to mandatory tax deductions and insurance premiums.

Synonyms

inferences conclusions reasoning subtractions reductions determinations logic

Antonyms

additions increases gains assumptions guesses speculations surmises