Subtract
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /səbˈtɹækt/ · Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Subtract is a verb meaning (transitive, arithmetic) To remove or reduce; especially to reduce a quantity or number.
Meaning
(transitive, arithmetic) To remove or reduce; especially to reduce a quantity or number.
Example Sentences
If you subtract the $100 for gas from the total cost, it was a fairly inexpensive trip.
Word Forms
- subtracts
- subtracting
- subtracted
- substract
Synonyms for subtract
Depending on context, synonyms include take, unadd, take away, deduct, take off.
Antonyms for subtract
Common opposites include add, summate.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include deduct, take off, delete, remove, undermine, limit.
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Sources & Attribution
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