v. Function: verb
1 to reduce the value of FF1C; depreciate the dollar FF1E;
Synonyms: cheapen, decry, devalorize, devaluate, devalue, downgrade, lower, mark down, soften, underprize, underrate, undervalue, write down, write off
Related Words: depress; abate, decrease, diminish, dwindle, lessen, reduce; erode
Contrasted Words: augment, increase; bloat, blow up, expand, inflate; amplify, magnify
Antonyms: appreciate
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Synonyms: DECRY 2, abuse, belittle, derogate, detract (from), diminish, discount, disparage, dispraise, minimize
Related Words: underestimate, underrate, undervalue; discountenance, disesteem, disfavor
Contrasted Words: cherish, prize, treasure, value; comprehend, understand
Antonyms: appreciate