Synonyms of deferment
8 similar words · 1 opposite word
Another word for deferment is deferral. Other synonyms of deferment are procrastination. The opposite of deferment is precrastination.
Synonyms and similar words for deferment
nounAn act or instance of deferring or putting off.
- deferralAn act of deferring, a deferment.
nounMore synonyms
- delay
- adjournment
- continuance
- demurral
- procrastinationThe act of postponing, delaying or putting off, especially habitually or intentionally.
- prolongation
- protraction
Opposite of deferment
nounMore antonyms
- precrastinationThe completion of a task too quickly or too early for the optimal outcome; the compulsion to act in this way.
Meaning of deferment
- noun An act or instance of deferring or putting off.
- noun Officially sanctioned postponement of compulsory military service.
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Questions about synonyms of deferment
- What is another word for deferment?
- Deferment has 8 synonyms on Word.ws, such as deferral and procrastination.
- What is the opposite of deferment?
- The opposite of deferment is precrastination.
- What does deferment mean?
- Deferment means an act or instance of deferring or putting off.
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