nominal value

noun

: par sense 1b

Examples of nominal value in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

They are purchased for less than the nominal value that is paid out on maturity. — Edward Lotterman, Twin Cities, 1 June 2025

The money illusion bias occurs when someone fails to distinguish between nominal value and real value — for example, in nominal terms, $1 today is the same as $1 in 1920. — Zev Fima, CNBC, 2 Oct. 2025

That leaves Wirtz with a nominal value in their books, meaning Leverkusen will book nearly all the proceeds as profit in their 2025 financials (Leverkusen’s accounts run from 1 January to 31 December). — Chris Weatherspoon, New York Times, 21 June 2025

That figure is estimated to drop to $2,505 by 2030 as some provisions, like deductions for tips and overtime, expire, but is projected to rise again to $3,301 in 2035 due to inflation increasing the nominal value of the permanent cuts. — Diana Leyva, The Tennessean, 21 Aug. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1696, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for nominal value

• eigenvalue
• undervalue