What is another word for debit?

Common synonyms for debit include credit, debitentry.

What is the opposite of debit?

Antonyms of debit include credit, deposit, income, gain, asset.

Synonyms for

Verb / ˈdebɪt / Another word for debit — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Debit means to take money out of an account or subtract an amount from a balance.

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Formal

charge deduct withdraw disburse

Informal

take out pull out take from

credit deposit income gain asset revenue

Usage note

Primarily used in accounting and finance to denote money taken out of an account. It is the opposite of 'credit'.

I need to debit $20 from my checking account to pay for the movie tickets.
When you use your debit card, the money is immediately taken out of your account.
They will debit your account for the amount of the purchase.
Make sure to check your account balance before you make a debit transaction.
I accidentally debited the wrong amount from my account.

I'm not rich, I have no money, but I have a heart that debits you in prayers every morning and night. - Unknown
The world is a book, and those who do not travel read only a page. Debit yourself with experiences and watch a whole new world unfold. - Unknown
A credit card is a money tool, not a supplement to money. The failure to make distinctions between credit and money is the reason why people have credit problems. - Robert Kiyosaki

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