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- [dee-val-yoo-ey-shuh n]
- /diˌvæl yuˈeɪ ʃən/
- /diːvæljʊˈeɪʃn/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [dee-val-yoo-ey-shuh n]
- /diˌvæl yuˈeɪ ʃən/
Definitions of devaluation word
- noun devaluation a decrease in the exchange value of a currency against gold or other currencies, brought about by a government 3
- noun devaluation a reduction in value, status, importance, etc 3
- noun devaluation a reduction in the amount or fineness of a metal, esp. gold, officially designated as the standard of value of a monetary unit 3
- noun devaluation an official lowering of the exchange value of a currency with reference to other currencies 3
- noun devaluation a lessening in value, importance, etc. 3
- noun devaluation Devaluation is a deliberate decrease in the exchange value of a currency against another currency that is made by a government. 3
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Origin of devaluation
First appearance:
before 1910 One of the 15% newest English words
First recorded in 1910-15; devaluate + -ion
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Parts of speech for Devaluation
noun
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adverb
pronoun
preposition
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devaluation popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 77% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.
devaluation usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for devaluation
noun devaluation
- decline — If something declines, it becomes less in quantity, importance, or strength.
- reduction — the act of reducing or the state of being reduced.
- decrease — When something decreases or when you decrease it, it becomes less in quantity, size, or intensity.
- markdown — a reduction in price, usually to encourage buying.
- write-down — a reduction of the entered value of an asset account.
Antonyms for devaluation
noun devaluation
- increase — to make greater, as in number, size, strength, or quality; augment; add to: to increase taxes.
- appreciation — Appreciation of something is the recognition and enjoyment of its good qualities.
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