de·val·u·ate

[dee-val-yoo-eyt]
verb (used with object), verb (used without object), de·val·u·at·ed, de·val·u·at·ing.
to devalue.

Origin:
1895–1900; de- + value + -ate1

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devalue or devaluate (diːˈvæljuː, diːˈvæljuːˌeɪt) [Click for IPA pronunciation guide]
 
vb , -values, -valuing, -valued, -valuates, -valuating, -valuated
1.  to reduce (a currency) or (of a currency) be reduced in exchange value
2.  (tr) to reduce the value or worth of (something)
 
devaluate or devaluate
 
vb

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Devaluate is always a great word to know.
So is gobo. Does it mean:
a calculus or concretion found in the stomach or intestines of certain animals, esp. ruminants, formerly reputed to be an effective remedy for poison.
a screen or mat covered with a dark material for shielding a camera lens from excess light or glare.
Example sentences
So if you devaluate the value of this, they will have impact immediately.
Most importantly, borrower does not have the capability to devaluate the cash.
Fisher's primary concern is that the well was located in a non-conforming location and may devaluate his property.
Third, air pollution may devaluate real estate and contribute to the blighting of neighborhoods.
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