The Opposite(Antonym) of “subsidise”
The antonyms of subsidise are discontinue and withdraw. The antonyms discontinue and withdraw convey the idea of stopping or ending a subsidy.
Explore all Antonyms of “subsidise”
Definitions and Examples of discontinue, withdraw
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
To stop doing or providing something; to bring to an end.
Example
The government decided to discontinue the subsidies for solar panels due to budget constraints.
To remove or take away something; to retract or revoke.
Example
The company had to withdraw its application for subsidies after it was found to have violated environmental regulations.
Key Differences: discontinue vs withdraw
- 1Discontinue implies a complete cessation of the subsidy, while withdraw suggests the removal of the subsidy from a particular entity or group.
- 2Discontinue is often used in formal contexts, while withdraw can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
Effective Usage of discontinue, withdraw
- 1Business: Use discontinue or withdraw when discussing changes in subsidies or funding for a project or product.
- 2Politics: Use discontinue or withdraw when discussing changes in government policies or programs.
- 3News: Use discontinue or withdraw when reporting on changes in subsidies or funding for a particular industry or sector.
Remember this!
The antonyms of subsidise are discontinue and withdraw. Discontinue implies a complete cessation of the subsidy, while withdraw suggests the removal of the subsidy from a particular entity or group. These words can be used in business, politics, and news contexts to discuss changes in subsidies or funding.
