1. to reduce or lower the worth, importance, or effectiveness of something
Usage: third person singular present tense of ‘devalue’
2. to officially reduce the exchange value of a currency
Usage: economics; third person singular present tense of ‘devalue’

Examples

• The constant criticism devalues her hard work.
• This policy devalues the importance of education.
• The government devalues the currency to boost exports.
• He devalues traditional methods in favor of technology.
• The scandal devalues the company’s reputation.
• Inflation devalues people’s savings over time.