Synonyms for

Taxes

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

Definition

Taxes are money that people or businesses have to pay to the government in order to support public services.

Synonyms & similar words

taxation assess taxis revenueenhancement tax task levies duties contributions assessments impositions tariffs charges fees levies tributes excises imposts customs dues rates cesses tithe offerings levy assessment

Synonyms by register

Formal

levies duties imposts tariffs

Informal

dough moolah loot cash

Literary

tribute tithe

Antonyms

donations gifts gratuities subsidies welfare charity

Common collocations

  • pay taxes
  • tax return
  • tax evasion
  • tax revenue
  • tax season
  • tax code
  • tax bracket
  • income tax

Word family

noun tax
verb tax
adjective taxable
adverb taxingly

Usage note

Taxes are mandatory financial obligations imposed by governments. While 'taxes' is the most common term, 'levies' or 'duties' can be used in more formal contexts.

Example sentences

  1. I have to file my taxes every year.
  2. I paid too much in taxes last year.
  3. The government uses taxes to pay for schools and hospitals.
  4. I need to hire an accountant to help me with my taxes.
  5. I received a refund on my taxes this year.

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