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depreciation Antonyms

Opposite of depreciation

Because the opposite of depreciation shifts with each meaning, the antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

A reduction in the monetary value of an asset over time, due in particular to wear and tear or obsolescence, or the accounting allocation of the cost of a tangible asset over its useful life.

Usage Example

"The accountant calculated the annual appreciation of the company's delivery vehicles for the tax return."

Strongest
appreciation

• noun (Context 2)

A decrease in the value of a currency relative to other currencies in a floating exchange rate system.

Usage Example

"The sharp appreciation of the national currency made imported goods much more expensive for consumers."

Strongest
appreciation
Strong
revaluation

• noun (Context 3)

The act of belittling, disparaging, or speaking slightingly of someone's achievements or character.

Usage Example

"His constant self-praise masked a deep pride in his artistic accomplishments."

Strongest
praise
commendation
exaltation

Similar words to depreciation

Words similar to depreciation shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

disparagement
devaluation
belittlement
detraction
denigration
deprecation
write-off
amortization
See all synonyms of depreciation

• Nearby Words

deprecating
deprecation
depreciate
depreciation
depress
depressant
depressed

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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Depreciation. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/depreciation
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