devaluation

• Nom désignant la réduction officielle de la valeur d'une monnaie par rapport aux devises étrangères ou, plus généralement, une diminution de la valeur ou de l'importance de quelque chose.

A noun referring to an official reduction in the value of a currency relative to foreign currencies, or more generally, a decrease in the value or worth of something.

1. Currency devaluationB2formalbusiness

   An official reduction in the value of a country's currency in relation to foreign currencies.

   Dévaluation monétaire

   • The government announced a devaluation of the national currency to boost exports.
   • Devaluation made imported goods more expensive for consumers.
   • Economists debated the long-term effects of the sudden devaluation.

   Synonymesdepreciation

   Antonymesappreciationrevaluation

2. Reduction in value or worthB2formal

   The act or process of making something less valuable or important.

   Dévaluation (au sens de perte de valeur)

   • The constant criticism led to a devaluation of her self-esteem.
   • The devaluation of the company's assets was a major concern for investors.
   • Some argue that the devaluation of traditional skills is a loss for society.

   Synonymesdebasementdepreciationreductionwrite-down

   Antonymesappreciationenhancementincreaseupgrade