subtracted

[səbˈtræktɪd]

subtracted Definition

• 1. to take a number or amount away from another number or amount
• 2. to reduce something by taking something away from it

Using subtracted: Examples

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

• Example

  If you subtract 10 from 30, you get 20.

• Example

  The company subtracted the cost of the damaged goods from the employee's salary.

• Example

  The teacher subtracted points for incorrect answers on the test.

subtracted Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for subtracted

• remove
• deduct
• take away

Antonyms for subtracted

• increase
• augment
• add

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Summary: subtracted in Brief

The verb 'subtracted' [səbˈtræktɪd] means to take away a number or amount from another number or amount, or to reduce something by taking something away from it. It is often used in mathematical contexts, such as 'If you subtract 10 from 30, you get 20,' and can also be used in non-mathematical contexts, such as 'The company subtracted the cost of the damaged goods from the employee's salary.'