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devaluation

[dee-val-yoo-ey-shuhn] / diˌvæl yuˈeɪ ʃən /
NOUN
depreciation
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The devaluation of that nuance is worse than the loss of any award.

From Salon • Mar. 11, 2026

Just over a week ago, the dollar index fell to a four-year low on fears of a more prolonged devaluation in the U.S. currency.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 9, 2026

Widespread demonstrations that erupted in Iran in late December were sparked by the dramatic devaluation of the rial.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 26, 2026

Protests and strikes in Iran over inflation and currency devaluation have spread from the capital, Tehran, to several other cities on a third day of unrest.

From BBC • Dec. 30, 2025

Although the 50% devaluation of the currency of 12 January 1994 improved the potential for export growth, mismanagement remains the main barrier to economic improvement.

From The 1996 CIA World Factbook by United States. Central Intelligence Agency




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