1
as in to reduce
to diminish the price or value of
a faded finish will really depreciate your car when you decide to trade it in
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
as in to dismiss
to express scornfully one's low opinion of
dared to depreciate Shakespeare, saying his works have no relevance for modern audiences
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of depreciate
In the previous item, though, Hulsey depreciated another of Page’s interpretations that did not agree with his opinion.
—
Rachel Royster, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 Jan. 2026
The importance of the backlot sets, sound stages, and even the rapidly depreciating film libraries is overstated.
—Jeffrey Sonnenfeld, Fortune, 12 Jan. 2026
Businesses already get to pay less taxes on equipment, such as computers or machinery, as their value depreciates over time.
—Kayla Dwyer, IndyStar, 30 Dec. 2025
Iran's theocracy faces a growing squeeze from the country's rapidly depreciating rial currency and economic sanctions imposed due to Tehran's nuclear program.
—Nasser Karimi, Arkansas Online, 14 Dec. 2025
See All Example Sentences for depreciate
Rachel Royster, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 Jan. 2026
The importance of the backlot sets, sound stages, and even the rapidly depreciating film libraries is overstated.
—Jeffrey Sonnenfeld, Fortune, 12 Jan. 2026
Businesses already get to pay less taxes on equipment, such as computers or machinery, as their value depreciates over time.
—Kayla Dwyer, IndyStar, 30 Dec. 2025
Iran's theocracy faces a growing squeeze from the country's rapidly depreciating rial currency and economic sanctions imposed due to Tehran's nuclear program.
—Nasser Karimi, Arkansas Online, 14 Dec. 2025
See All Example Sentences for depreciate
Recent Examples of Synonyms for depreciate
Verb
-
Both coffee and tea contain bioactive ingredients such as polyphenols and caffeine, which may reduce inflammation and cellular damage while defending against cognitive decline.—
Khloe Quill,
FOXNews.com,
10 Feb. 2026
-
Snowmaking specialist TechnoAlpin, which is supplying this year’s Winter Olympics, said technology has advanced significantly over recent decades, reducing energy demand and water consumption.—
Laura Paddison,
CNN Money,
10 Feb. 2026
Verb
-
After days of deliberations, the House justice committee voted to dismiss the impeachment complaints filed by left-wing activists and a lawyer against Marcos.—
JIM GOMEZ THE ASSOCIATED PRESS,
Arkansas Online,
5 Feb. 2026
-
Saab denied the allegations and appealed to have the charges dismissed on grounds of diplomatic immunity.—
Landon Mion,
FOXNews.com,
5 Feb. 2026
Verb
-
Hesitancy also devalued the trades for players such as White, who did not fetch a single first-round pick despite being previously valued as one of the better young guard assets in the league.—
Julia Poe,
Chicago Tribune,
6 Feb. 2026
-
Storytellers—roles that have been devalued for years now commands software engineer salaries.—
Joe Toscano,
Forbes.com,
28 Jan. 2026
Verb
-
In addition, the measure would have significant negative economic impact on the Northern Colorado region, potentially diminish cherished and time-honored campus traditions, and erode the public safety infrastructure the campus has put in place to support students and the broader community.—
Dillon Thomas,
CBS News,
10 Feb. 2026
-
Facial hair prevents the mask from properly sealing to your face, diminishing its guarantee of protection.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
10 Feb. 2026
Verb
-
This minimizes the chance of birds or pests removing the seeds or wind or rain blowing or washing them away.—
Lee Wallender,
The Spruce,
15 Feb. 2026
-
Instead of hurrying to break up tents and scatter RVs, Lee and Oakland’s interim homelessness chief Sasha Hauswald want city workers to focus on minimizing trash and human waste around encampments.—
Grant Stringer,
Mercury News,
15 Feb. 2026
Verb
-
Since last fall, the Media Research Center, a right-wing organization that criticizes legacy media outlets, has turned its attention on Apple News’ story selection.—
semafor.com,
semafor.com,
16 Feb. 2026
-
While the vote was unanimous, Trustee Jamela Smith-Folds criticized the majority of her colleagues who approved new contracts with two of the district’s labor groups, United Teachers of Richmond and Teamsters Local 856, the union representing custodial staff, cafeteria workers and others.—
Sierra Lopez,
Mercury News,
15 Feb. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Depreciate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/depreciate. Accessed 17 Feb. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
