Devaluating

/diːˈvæljueɪtɪŋ/ verb

Definition

Present participle of devaluate; currently reducing in value or importance.

Etymology

Present participle form of devaluate, using '-ing' suffix to show ongoing action.

Kelly Says

The process of devaluating is slow and painful—currencies drift downward, old technology becomes obsolete, and even compliments can backfire if you keep adding qualifications, gradually devaluating the praise!

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