Definitions

1. verb

to reduce the value or worth of something, especially a currency or a security

“The government’s policies have led to a decline in the value of the national currency, causing the tourists to devalue their foreign exchange.”

2. verb

to lower the value or price of something, such as a stock or a commodity

“The economic downturn led to the devaluation of many stocks, causing investors to lose a significant amount of money.”

3. noun

the act of reducing the value or worth of something, especially a currency or a security

“The devaluation of the currency led to a significant increase in the cost of imports.”

4. verb

to cause something to lose its value or worth

“The leak of sensitive information led to the devaluation of the company’s stock.”