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devaluing

[dee-val-yoo-ing]

devaluing Definition

  • 1to reduce or lower the value or worth of something
  • 2to cause something to be considered less important or respected

Using devaluing: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "devaluing" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The company's decision to outsource production devalued the quality of their products.

  • Example

    The constant criticism from her boss devalued her confidence in her work.

  • Example

    The politician's controversial statements devalued his reputation among voters.

devaluing Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for devaluing

Antonyms for devaluing

Phrases with devaluing

  • the act of reducing the value of a country's currency relative to other currencies

    Example

    The government's devaluing of the currency led to an increase in exports.

  • the act of reducing the value of a company's assets, often done to avoid taxes or to make a company appear less valuable for acquisition purposes

    Example

    The company was accused of devaluing its assets to avoid paying taxes.

  • self-devaluing behavior

    behavior that undermines one's own worth or value, often due to low self-esteem or lack of confidence

    Example

    Her constant self-deprecating comments were a form of self-devaluing behavior.

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Summary: devaluing in Brief

The verb 'devaluing' [dee-val-yoo-ing] means to reduce or lower the value or worth of something, or to cause something to be considered less important or respected. It can refer to actions like outsourcing production or making controversial statements, as well as behaviors like self-deprecation. Synonyms include 'cheapen,' 'depreciate,' and 'undermine.'