depreciation
Translation
depreciation, devaluation
Examples
The car's depreciation is high in the first year.
The car's depreciation is high in the first year.
We need to account for the depreciation of assets.
We need to account for the depreciation of assets.
Grammar Patterns
depreciation of ((sth.)) The depreciation of the currency is a problem.
Similar Words
Synonyms: devaluation, reduction; Antonyms: appreciation, inflation
Etymology
From Latin 'de-' (down) + 'pretium' (price). It literally means the action of the price going down.
Memory Tips
Think 'de-price-ation'. The value or price of something is going down. Often used for cars or equipment.