depreciation
NounUS[dih-pree-shee-ey-shuhn]/dɪˌpriʃiˈeɪʃən/5 syllables
Open English WordNet
Noun (3)
- a decrease in price or value“depreciation of the dollar against the yen”Opposite appreciationType of decrease, diminution
- decrease in value of an asset due to obsolescence or useSynonyms: wear and tearType of financial loss, non-cash expenseKinds tax depreciation, straight-line method, declining balance method of depreciation, write-off
- a communication that belittles somebody or somethingSynonyms: disparagementderogationType of disrespect, discourtesyKinds defamation, sour grapes, aspersion, cold water, detraction, condescension, denigration
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Webster's Dictionary (1913)
De·pre′ci·a′tion (dē-prē′shĭ-ā′shŭn), noun
Origin: Cf. F. dépréciation.
1. The act of lessening, or seeking to lessen, price, value, or reputation.
2. The falling of value; reduction of worth. Edmund Burke
3. the state of being depreciated.
Webster’s Revised Unabridged Dictionary (1913), from GCIDE 0.54