SUBTRACTION Synonyms: 36 Similar and Opposite Words

subtraction

noun

səb-ˈtrak-shən

Definition of subtraction

as in deduction

the act or an instance of taking away from a total the restaurant may not have raised the price, but there's definitely been a subtraction in the number of fries in a side order

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Recent Examples of subtraction The Rangers will have a couple of notable additions and a subtraction. — Steve Conroy, Boston Herald, 15 July 2026 What your dog doesn’t want in the backyard Good design also means subtraction. — Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 2 July 2026 The next era will require the harder discipline of subtraction. — Jeffrey Selingo, Time, 2 July 2026 And on and on, additions, subtractions. — Christopher Borrelli, Chicago Tribune, 25 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for subtraction

Recent Examples of Synonyms for subtraction

Noun

Readers are encouraged to check individual organization websites for contact information and current hours before dropping off items, and ask respective organizations about receipts for possible tax deductions.

— Ryan Macasero, Mercury News, 30 July 2026
Per Le Monde, these initiatives were driven by a calculated desire to showcase his power, seize marketing opportunities, and declare tax deductions.

— Devorah Lauter for ARTNews, Robb Report, 29 July 2026

Definition of deduction

Noun

This strategic reduction highlights growing competition from open-weight models, compelling proprietary AI providers to lower costs.

— Gerui Wang, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026
The century-old Colorado River Compact says upper basin states cannot cause a reduction in the river's flow to the lower basin.

— Shaun Boyd, CBS News, 1 Aug. 2026