Deferment
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /dɪˈfɜːmənt/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Deferment is a noun meaning An act or instance of deferring or putting off.
Meaning
An act or instance of deferring or putting off.
More Meanings
- Officially sanctioned postponement of compulsory military service.
Word Forms
- deferments
Synonyms for deferment
Depending on context, synonyms include deferral, delay, adjournment, demurral, procrastination, prolongation.
Antonyms for deferment
Common opposites include precrastination.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include postponement, deferral, deferred, delayed, delaying, delay.
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