• word of the day

    detract

    detract - Dictionary definition and meaning for word detract

    Definition
    (verb) take away a part from; diminish
    Synonyms : take away
    Example Sentence
    • His bad manners detract from his good character
   Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for detract

DETRACT :- "DE" + "TRACTOR".The Tractor you had has been taken away and this is the meaning- "to take away something."

Detract sounds like Subtract and hence diminish

Detract sounds like Subtract and hence diminish

Download our Mobile App Today
Receive our word of the day
on Whatsapp