DEVALUE Synonyms: 59 Similar and Opposite Words

devalue

verb

(ˌ)dē-ˈval-(ˌ)yü

Definition of devalue next

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 Cubans’ purchasing power was devalued and the cost of foreign currency rose. —

Sarah Moreno updated April 29, Miami Herald, 29 Apr. 2026 But something interesting began happening maybe the past couple of years as offenses devalued running backs. —

Armando Salguero Outkick, FOXNews.com, 20 Apr. 2026 Household consumption is more than two-thirds of the economy, and again it is fueled by debt that is giving way to delinquency at alarming rates and by assets that are at risk of being devalued. —

Kathryn Anne Edwards, Twin Cities, 14 Apr. 2026 While quarterbacks are always a priority, running backs have been devalued in exchange for pass rushers. —

Chris Hoffman, CBS News, 13 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for devalue

Recent Examples of Synonyms for devalue

reduce

Verb

Eco effort The hotel employs single-stream recycling and green housekeeping practices, and also has a green roof ecosystem to reduce the building’s heat load.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 19 May 2026
New research suggests these medications, best known for managing diabetes and driving weight loss, may also reduce the severity of one of the most common and underdiagnosed sleep disorders in the country.

— Allison Palmer, Sacbee.com, 18 May 2026