Definition of Depreciate
Depreciate
de·pre·ci·ate


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(verb)
to decrease or diminish in value over a period of time;

e.g. Cars depreciate in value the moment they leave a dealership.

(verb)
to belittle, disparage, or lower in esteem;

e.g. Her father always depreciated her art skills, saying she was not as good as other artists.



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