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deduction

[dɪˈdʌkʃən]

deduction Definition

  • 1the process of reaching a conclusion or making a judgment based on evidence and reasoning
  • 2an amount that is subtracted from something, especially from taxable income or tax to be paid

Using deduction: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "deduction" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The detective made a deduction based on the evidence at the crime scene.

  • Example

    The company offers a deduction for employees who use public transportation.

  • Example

    The deduction of expenses reduced his taxable income.

  • Example

    Her salary was reduced by a deduction for health insurance.

deduction Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for deduction

Idioms Using deduction

  • beyond deduction

    impossible to infer or conclude

    Example

    The cause of the accident was beyond deduction.

  • to reach a conclusion based on evidence and reasoning

    Example

    Based on the evidence, I can make a deduction about what happened.

  • without any reduction or subtraction

    Example

    The prize money will be given without deduction of taxes.

Phrases with deduction

  • a reduction in the amount of something

    Example

    There will be a deduction from your paycheck for taxes.

  • a tax deduction allowed for certain investments and expenses under Section 80C of the Indian Income Tax Act

    Example

    You can claim a deduction under Section 80C for contributions to a Public Provident Fund account.

  • a type of logic puzzle where players use clues to eliminate possibilities and deduce the correct answer

    Example

    Sudoku is a popular deduction game.

Origins of deduction

from Latin 'deductio', meaning 'leading away'

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Summary: deduction in Brief

The term 'deduction' [dɪˈdʌkʃən] refers to the process of reaching a conclusion or making a judgment based on evidence and reasoning. It also denotes an amount subtracted from something, such as taxable income or tax to be paid. Examples include 'The detective made a deduction based on the evidence at the crime scene.' and 'The company offers a deduction for employees who use public transportation.' Phrases like 'deduction from' and idioms like 'make a deduction' extend the concept.