depreciation
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(noun) a decrease in price or value over time; "depreciation of the dollar against the yen" |
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Related Words: decrease, diminution, reduction, step-down |
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Antonyms: appreciation |
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(noun) decrease in value of an asset due to obsolescence or use |
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Synonyms: wear and tear |
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Related Words: financial loss, write-down, write-off |
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(noun) a communication that belittles somebody or something |
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Synonyms: derogation, disparagement |
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Related Words: aspersion, belittling, calumny, condescension, defamation, denigration, detraction, discourtesy, disdain, disrespect, hatchet job, obloquy, patronage, petty criticism, slur, sour grapes, traducement |
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