What does deduction mean?
Deduction means That which is deducted; that which is subtracted or removed..
Deduction
/dɪˈdʌkʃən/ · noun
Meaning
That which is deducted; that which is subtracted or removed..
Definitions by Sense
- That which is deducted; that which is subtracted or removed.
- (logic) A process of reasoning that moves from the general to the specific, in which a conclusion follows necessarily from the premises presented, so that the conclusion cannot be false if the premises are true.
Example Sentences
Near-synonyms: extract, reduction; see also Thesaurus:decrement
Synonyms for deduction
Antonyms for deduction
Related Words
Word Forms
- deductions
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for deduction?
Common synonyms include extract, reduction, cut, decrement.
What is the opposite of deduction?
Possible antonyms include addition.
How do you use deduction in a sentence?
Near-synonyms: extract, reduction; see also Thesaurus:decrement
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