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Plural
depreciations
1
a decline in something's price or value
- The depreciation of the currency has led to an increase in the cost of imported goods.
- The company recorded a significant depreciation in the value of its assets due to changes in market conditions.
- Depreciation of property values in the neighborhood has made it difficult for homeowners to sell their houses.
- The car's value has experienced rapid depreciation since it was purchased brand new.
- Economic uncertainty has resulted in the depreciation of stock prices across various sectors.
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2
a remark or action that diminishes the worth, importance, or reputation of someone or something
- Her comment was intended as a depreciation of his achievements.
- The review contained unnecessary depreciation of the film.
- He felt hurt by the depreciation in her tone.
- Political debates often include depreciation of opponents' policies.
- The article's depreciation of the author's work was unfair.
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