To reduce the value or worth of something, either financially or in terms of importance or esteem.
From 'de-' (to reverse or reduce) + 'valuate' (from 'value'). A formal synonym for 'devalue,' used especially in financial and academic contexts.
When a currency loses value or a skill becomes less useful, it's been 'devaluated'—economists use this word constantly, and it's practically the financial world's way of saying 'oops, this isn't worth as much anymore!'
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