The meaning of DEVALUE is to institute the devaluation of (money). How to use devalue in a sentence.

Speech coded as devaluing is characterized by belittling, criticism, mocking sarcasm, or derogatory or condescending language.

to reduce the value of (especially a currency).

DEVALUE definition: to deprive of value; reduce the value of. See examples of devalue used in a sentence.

Definition of devalue verb in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

To devalue something means to cause it to be thought less impressive or less deserving of respect. They spread tales about her in an attempt to devalue her work. [VERB noun] Selling tickets for a …

Economic woes forced the government to devalue. He argues that placing too many requirements on schools devalues the education they provide.

When you make something less valuable or less important, you devalue it. You might devalue your car by spray painting it black and letting your dog chew the upholstery.

Business, Government to set a lower exchange value on (a currency): The shillings were devalued. to lower the value of: His work was devalued at his old job. See -val-. de•val•ue (dē val′ yo̅o̅), v., …

DEVALUE meaning: 1. to reduce the rate at which money can be exchanged for foreign money: 2. to cause someone or…. Learn more.