English Explanatory Dictionary

devalue

English dictionary entry

Meanings

verb
  1. To lower or remove the value of something.
  2. To lose value; to depreciate.

Pronunciation

/diːˈvæljuː/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-devalue.wav

Word forms

devalue devalues devaluing devalued

Etymology

From de- + value.

Synonyms

degrade devaluate elevate abase avile debase debauch depreciate devalue dirty vitiate

Derived words

devaluer nondevalued
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