Synonyms for subtract

Synonyms for (verb) subtract

Synonyms: subtract

Definition: take off or away

Usage: this prefix was subtracted when the word was borrowed from French

Similar words: cut, cut back, cut down, bring down, trim, trim back, trim down, reduce

Definition: cut down on; make a reduction in

Usage: reduce your daily fat intake; The employer wants to cut back health benefits


Synonyms: subtract, take off, deduct

Definition: make a subtraction

Usage: subtract this amount from my paycheck

Similar words: compute, cipher, calculate, cypher, reckon, work out, figure

Definition: make a mathematical calculation or computation


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