Devaluates

/diːˈvæljueɪts/ verb

Definition

Third person singular present tense of devaluate; reduces in value or importance.

Etymology

Present tense form of devaluate with third person singular '-s' suffix, used when the subject is 'he,' 'she,' 'it,' or a singular noun.

Kelly Says

When inflation runs high, it devaluates currency—your money is worth less, which is why elderly people often say 'a dollar used to buy so much more!' It's the sneaky way time steals purchasing power!

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