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adjective

ˈval-yə-bəl How to pronounce valuable (audio)
Definition of valuablenext
as in expensive
commanding a large price an extremely valuable diamond necklace

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valuable

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noun

as in treasure

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Recent Examples of valuable
Adjective
Investors are already measuring the 5-year-old company's potential market cap in the trillions, putting it in a category with the world's most valuable companies. — Jordan Novet, CNBC, 26 Oct. 2026 If SpaceX continues to grow, that share could become more valuable over time. — Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 26 Oct. 2026
Noun
There are also smart personal security accessories designed to help keep passports, wallets, and other valuables secure while on the go. — Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 4 June 2026 In that incident, the victim was accosted by two men who demanded valuables. — Nate Gartrell, Mercury News, 31 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for valuable
Recent Examples of Synonyms for valuable
  1. expensive
  2. find
  3. costly
  4. windfall
  5. precious
  6. treasure
  7. premium
  8. godsend
Adjective
  • Supporting Florida’s space industry does not need to be expensive.
    — Max Harden, The Orlando Sentinel, 29 Oct. 2026
  • With the absence of any major AI company and relatively expensive valuations, investors have picked markets such as South Korea and Taiwan over India, experts said.
    — Priyanka Salve, CNBC, 28 Oct. 2026
Definition of expensive
Noun
  • For more fashion-meets-home inspiration and Alex's favorite finds of the moment, head to her digital storefront, powered by VETTE.
    — Alex Eagle, Vogue, 25 Oct. 2026
  • Earth Therapeutics Aloe Socks $12 at Amazon This comfy find was actually a Christmas stocking gift from my mom.
    — Kristy Alpert, Travel + Leisure, 25 Oct. 2026
Definition of find
Adjective
  • Bolsonaro made a tough-on-crime approach the cornerstone of his campaign and pledged to bring down food costs while Lula, trying to lure undecided voters, has invested in costly incentives.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 26 Oct. 2026
  • Both player's made birdies at the 17th, but a costly miss for Ryu at the 18th allowed Yoshida to clinch it, despite the Japanese golfer also making bogey.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 25 Oct. 2026
Definition of costly
Noun
  • In South Africa, Lebanon, and Germany, their central governments reaped the windfall.
    — Jason Ma, Fortune, 25 Oct. 2026
  • The rush from the other 29 teams to acquire him would be quite literally hilarious, because trading Ohtani would be an act of financial suicide for LA and a massive windfall for a new team.
    — Ian Miller OutKick, FOXNews.com, 23 Oct. 2026
Definition of windfall
Adjective
  • The tone, momentum and overall direction often are determined by a precious few snaps, and instead of stacking breakthrough moments the Chiefs kept stalling.
    — Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 29 Oct. 2026
  • The mirror-polished finish and understated curves look polished enough for a dinner party without feeling too precious for everyday meals.
    — Francesca Krempa, Bon Appetit Magazine, 29 Oct. 2026
Definition of precious
Noun
  • Cadogan comes from a family that knows dirt can be full of treasure.
    — Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 24 Oct. 2026
  • Harrison added that among the treasures in the collection are personal photos that haven’t left the band’s archive in more than 40 years, as well as album sketches and other rare keepsakes.
    — Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 22 Oct. 2026
Definition of treasure
Adjective
  • Pony hair, crafted out of genuine cowhide, is a premium choice, not only because of its distinct aesthetic but also due to the excellence of the material’s quality.
    — Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 27 Oct. 2026
  • Retailers now sell premium foods, specialty products and household basics under their own names, and the quality often holds up next to the big names.
    — Ashley Lynch, Charlotte Observer, 27 Oct. 2026
Definition of premium
Noun
  • For the nascent chipmakers, the military-industrial complex was a godsend.
    — Gideon Lewis-Kraus, New Yorker, 19 Oct. 2026
  • That's a godsend for Intrator because Jensen is lending against them for about five years.
    — Jim Cramer, CNBC, 18 Oct. 2026
Definition of godsend

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