Definition of Detraction
Detraction
de·trac·tion


Definition/Meaning
(noun)
The act of taking away or diminishing something, especially reputation or value.

e.g. The scandal led to a detraction of public trust in the government.

(noun)
a taking away;

e.g. My tips and suggestions for improvement are by no means detractions from their effort and skills, it is merely making their project better.



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