deferments
The word “deferments” has 3 syllables: de-fer-ments
It's pronounced as /dɪˈfɜr.mənts/
What is synonym and antonym for deferments?
In the thesaurus, “deferments” has 17 synonyms and 4 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for deferments along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for deferments
- deferrals
- delays
- detainments
- detentions
- foot-draggings
- hesitations
- holdbacks
- holding patterns
- holdups
- lags
- pauses
- postponements
- reprieves
- respites
- setbacks
- slowdowns
- waits
Antonyms for deferments
- dispatches
- hastes
- promptitudes
- rushes
Meanings of deferments
- noun
- An act or instance of deferring or putting off.
- Officially sanctioned postponement of compulsory military service.
Example Sentences
- The university offers deferments for students facing personal or financial hardships.
- Multiple deferments on the loan only delayed the inevitable payments.
- Soldiers could apply for deferments based on family or educational circumstances.
- During the pandemic, many companies granted deferments on rent and utilities.
- His history of loan deferments raised concerns during the credit review.
On this page you'll find 21 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to deferments, such as: deferrals, delays, detainments, detentions, dispatches, foot-draggings, hastes.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.
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