Write-off

Pronunciation: /ˈɹaɪt- ˈɔf/

Write-off (noun)

  1. An amount of money that is no longer considered to be collectable.
  2. An expense that can be removed from taxable income to reduce taxes owed.

Examples

  • A write-off can help improve a company's financial situation.
  • A write-off can lower the amount of taxable income for individuals.

Common collocations: declare a write-off, record a write-off, claim a write-off, apply for a write-off

Synonyms of Write-off

Formal

Neutral

Antonyms of Write-off

  • refers to increasing the value of an asset.