devaluation
US /ˌdiː.væl.juˈeɪ.ʃən/
UK /ˌdiː.væl.juˈeɪ.ʃən/
名詞
1.
貶值, 低估, 輕視
the reduction or underestimation of the worth or importance of something
範例:
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The constant criticism led to a devaluation of her self-esteem.
持續的批評導致她自尊心的貶低。
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There was a significant devaluation of the company's assets after the scandal.
醜聞發生後，公司資產大幅貶值。
2.
貨幣貶值, 通貨貶值
the official lowering of the value of a country's currency in terms of foreign currencies
範例:
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The government announced a devaluation of the national currency to boost exports.
政府宣布本國貨幣貶值以促進出口。
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A sudden devaluation can make imports more expensive.
突然的貶值會使進口商品更加昂貴。