valorise

/ˈvæləraɪz/

Definitions

1. verb

to give value or importance to something

“The artist’s work was valorised by the art world, leading to her rise in fame.”

2. verb

to estimate or value something at a certain amount

“The app valued the property at £500,000 after conducting a thorough valuation.”

3. verb

to praise or glorify something

“The media valorised the efforts of the volunteers who helped with the disaster relief.”

4. noun

the act of giving value or importance to something

“The valorisation of the local community’s efforts was recognised at the awards ceremony.”

Synonyms

  • appraise
  • estimate
  • glorify
  • praise
  • value

Antonyms

  • devalue
  • disvalue
  • underestimate
  • undervalue