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devalue Synonyms

Another word for devalue

Choosing another word for devalue depends on context, so the 12 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• verb (Context 1)

To reduce or underestimate the worth, importance, or significance of something.

Usage Example

"Critics argue that standardized testing can depreciate creative thinking in the classroom."

Strongest
depreciate
undervalue
Strong
cheapen
belittle
disparage
demean
trivialize
undermine
downgrade

• verb (Context 2)

To officially lower the exchange value of a currency in relation to other currencies, or for a currency to lose its value.

Usage Example

"The central bank decided to devaluate the national currency in an effort to boost exports."

Strongest
devaluate
depreciate
Strong
debase
deflate

Opposites of devalue

The opposite of devalue shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

revalue
value
appreciate
prize
elevate
cherish
enhance
See all opposites of devalue

• Nearby Words

deux
devaluate
devaluation
devalue
devastate
devastated
devastating

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Devalue. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/devalue
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