Definition of devaluation Devaluation

/dɪvæˌljuejˈʃʌn/ - [divatlyueyshun] - de•val•u•a•tion

We found 7 definitions of devaluation from 4 different sources.

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What does devaluation mean?

WordNet

WordNet by Princeton University

Noun

Plural: devaluations

devaluation - the reduction of something's value or worth
  step-down, diminution, reduction, decrease the statement of a theme in notes of lesser duration (usually half the length of the original)
devaluation - an official lowering of a nation's currency; a decrease in the value of a country's currency relative to that of foreign countries
  regulating, regulation the act of controlling or directing according to rule; "fiscal regulations are in the hands of politicians"
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  • devaluation (Noun)
    The removal or lessening of something's value.
  • devaluation (Noun)
    The intentional or deliberate lowering of a currency's value compared to another country's currency or a standard value -- the price of gold for example.
  • devaluation (Noun)
    Depreciation.

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  • devaluation
    The deliberate lowering of a currency's value compared to another currency or a standard value.

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