curtailment

/ˌkɜːrtʌɪˈment/

Definitions

1. noun

the act of cutting off or reducing something, especially an allowance or amount of money

“The company’s management implemented a curtailment of executive salaries to cut costs.”

2. noun

the state of being reduced in size, amount, or duration

“Due to the drought, the curtailment of water supply led to severe restrictions on outdoor activities.”

Synonyms

  • cutback
  • reduction

Antonyms

  • expansion
  • increase