deductible
UK: dɪˈdʌktəbl̩ | US: dɪˈdʌktəbl̩
n. An amount subtracted from income or value, often for tax or insurance purposes.
adj. Capable of being deducted or subtracted.
deductible = deduct<subtract> + ible<capable of>
- deduct: From Latin deductus (past participle of deducere, "to lead down or away"), combining de- (down/away) + ducere (to lead).
- ible: A suffix from Latin -ibilis, indicating capacity or susceptibility.
Etymology Origin:
The word deductible emerged in the 19th century, blending deduct (rooted in financial/logical subtraction) with -ible to denote "able to be subtracted." Its modern usage reflects legal and financial contexts, where it describes amounts eligible for subtraction (e.g., taxes, insurance claims). The logic mirrors Latin deducere—literally "leading away" a portion.
The insurance policy has a $500 deductible per claim.
Charitable donations are often deductible from taxable income.
Ensure your expenses are deductible under current tax laws.
The mechanic explained the deductible for the car repair.
High-deductible health plans may lower monthly premiums.