deferment

The word “deferment” has 3 syllables: de-fer-ment

It's pronounced as /dɪˈfɜr.mənt/

What is synonym and antonym for deferment?

In the thesaurus, “deferment” has 17 synonyms and 5 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for deferment along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for deferment

deferral
delay
detainment
detention
foot-dragging
hesitation
holdback
holding pattern
holdup
lag
pause
postponement
reprieve
respite
setback
slowdown
wait

Antonyms for deferment

dispatch
haste
promptitude
promptness
rush

Meanings of deferment

noun
1. An act or instance of deferring or putting off.
2. Officially sanctioned postponement of compulsory military service.

Example Sentences

The student applied for a deferment on her loan payments.
Due to medical reasons, he received a deferment from military service.
The government announced a deferment of tax deadlines during the crisis.
His request for a deferment was approved by the committee.
A deferment can provide temporary financial relief for struggling borrowers.

On this page you'll find 22 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to deferment, such as: deferral, delay, detainment, detention, dispatch, foot-dragging, haste.

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