valorize

/ˈvɔləraɪz/

Definitions

1. verb

to give a higher value or status to something, especially by officially recognizing it or giving it a special award

“The company decided to valorize its employees’ contributions by introducing a new recognition program.”

2. verb

to give value or importance to something

“The artist’s work was valued and valorized by the critics and art historians.”

3. verb

to give official recognition or status to something

“The government decided to valorize the national monument and turn it into a UNESCO World Heritage Site.”

4. noun

the act of giving a higher value or status to something

“The valorization of the company’s products led to a significant increase in sales.”

5. noun

the act of giving official recognition or status to something

“The valorization of the national monument was a long and complex process.”

Synonyms

  • acknowledge
  • emphasize
  • highlight
  • recognize
  • value

Antonyms

  • demote
  • devalue
  • downgrade