defers
The word “defers” has 2 syllables: de-fers
It's pronounced as /dɪˈfɝːz/
What is synonym and antonym for defers?
In the thesaurus, “defers” has 21 synonyms and 2 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for defers along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for defers
- delays
- detains
- extends
- hesitates
- holds over
- holds up
- lays over
- lengthens
- pauses
- postpones
- prolongs
- protracts
- puts off
- puts over
- remits
- retards
- shelves
- slows
- stays
- suspends
- waits
Antonyms for defers
- acts
- does
Meanings of defers
- verb
- To delay or postpone.
- After winning the opening coin toss, to postpone until the start of the second half a team's choice of whether to kick off or receive (and to allow the opposing team to make this choice at the start of the first half).
- To delay, to wait.
- To submit to the opinion or desire of another in respect to their judgment or authority.
- To render, to offer.
Example Sentences
- She always defers to her mentor when making tough decisions.
- The company defers tax payments during periods of low revenue.
- He defers judgment until he has all the facts.
- The student defers enrollment due to health concerns.
- The court defers to legislative authority in such matters.
On this page you'll find 23 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to defers, such as: acts, delays, detains, does, extends, hesitates, holds over.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.
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