Depreciate Definition & Meaning

depreciate
verb
  1. belittle; "The teacher should not deprecate his student's efforts"
  2. lower the value of something; "The Fed depreciated the dollar once again"
  3. lose in value; "The dollar depreciated again"

"Depreciate" in song lyrics

See how depreciate is used in real songs:

  • "On a level of metaphors with lies life seems to depreciate"
    Lone Catalysts f/ Talib Kweli, Rubix — Due Process
  • "do you have to depreciate"
    AOL — AOL
  • "cars that depreciate"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "depreciate"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "depreciate" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for depreciate to find words that pair well.

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