face value
Use Face value in a sentence
yu noun
1.
the value printed on the face of a stock, bond, or other financial instrument or document.
2.
apparent value: Do not accept promises at face value.
Origin:
1875–80
1875–80
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| face value | |
| —n | |
| 1. | the value written or stamped on the face of a commercial paper or coin |
| 2. | apparent worth or value, as opposed to real worth |
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Example sentences
From his position of authority, the pilot expected his words to be accepted at face value.
When a bond matures, the investor receives the face value.
If one takes some posts at face value, graduate studies in education is no more difficult than reading tea leaves.
Without such a warranty, many people would never willingly accept them at their face value from a stranger.
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