devalue

verb

(ˌ)dē-ˈval-(ˌ)yü How to pronounce devalue (audio)
Definition of devaluenext
as in to reduce
to diminish the price or value of normally, significant damage would devalue an antique

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Recent Examples of devalue Thanks to Saquon Barkley, Derrick Henry and Josh Jacobs, veteran running backs never have to worry about getting devalued and shortchanged ever again. — Vic Tafur, The Athletic, 24 Feb. 2025 In the next five years, at least 20% of U.S. homes will be devalued in some way by the effects of climate change, Burt said. — Diana Olick, CNBC, 19 Feb. 2025 The lack of nonconference schedule strength inherently devalues Big East wins. — Mark Schindler, The Athletic, 19 Feb. 2025 In the fine art world, uniqueness is everything, so does this sale fundamentally devalue the entire concept of collecting? — Virginie Berger, Forbes, 19 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for devalue

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“Devalue.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/devalue. Accessed 20 Mar. 2025.

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