devalue meaning

UK US /dɪˈvælju/ 3 syllables

devalue (verb): remove the value from; deprive of its value.

devalue has 3 meanings in this dictionary.

devalue as a verb

  1. remove the value from; deprive of its value

    Synonyms: devaluate

    Type of: degrade

    Kinds: demonetize

    Related forms: devaluation

  2. lower the value or quality of
    • The tear devalues the painting

    Type of: change

    Kinds: depreciate, debase, lower

    Related forms: devaluation

  3. lose in value
    • The dollar depreciated again

    Synonyms: depreciate, undervalue, devaluate

    Type of: decrease

    Related forms: devaluation

How to pronounce devalue

devalue is pronounced /dɪˈvælju/ in American English. It has 3 syllables, with the stress on the second syllable.

Words that rhyme with devalue

Scrabble score: 11 (letter breakdown)

Word lists: words starting with DE · words ending in UE · 7-letter words

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