disvalue 1 of 2

noun

Definition of disvaluenext
as in deficiency

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disvalue

2 of 2

verb

as in to minimize

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for disvalue
  1. deficiency
  2. minimize
  3. defect
  4. depreciate
  5. disparage
  6. hate
  7. deprecate
  8. belittle
Noun
  • The company identified deficiencies in its internal control structure, citing inadequate staffing and supervision within accounting operations as a primary concern.
    Quartz Bot, Quartz, 14 Nov. 2024
  • But a fight in the Pacific is not the only scenario the United States must be prepared for (and, ideally, deter), and readiness in other arenas will require addressing other deficiencies.
    Kori Schake, Foreign Affairs, 8 Nov. 2024
Definition of deficiency
Verb
  • In contrast, the single-bore method minimizes street-level disruption.
    Dan Phan, The Mercury News, 12 Nov. 2024
  • This method, which is based on the idea of moving to where the hottest deer sign and action can be found, is used by many hunters who decide to minimize their hunting gear footprint and overall carry weight.
    Josh Honeycutt, Outdoor Life, 7 Nov. 2024
Definition of minimize
Noun
  • Fires can be caused by overcharging, overheating, physical damage or product defects, which trigger a process known as thermal runaway — where excessive heat inside a battery creates a self-sustaining chemical reaction that can then easily spread to adjacent batteries.
    Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 28 Oct. 2024
  • However, with the recent severe repercussions of product defects and bugs in popular software, business leaders have begun to realize that adopting new shiny tools may be detrimental to an organization versus accelerating its innovation.
    Grant Bourzikas, Forbes, 17 Oct. 2024
Definition of defect
Verb
  • Additionally, tangible drilling costs pertaining to the physical equipment used are also 100% deductible but must be depreciated over seven years.
    Jay R. Young, Forbes, 24 Oct. 2024
  • When yields rise, financial conditions tend to be tighter, so demand for the local currency falls and the currency depreciates against the dollar (at least in the short term).
    Agustín Carstens, Foreign Affairs, 15 Mar. 2019
Definition of depreciate
Verb
  • In the interview, Jones mentioned knowing Ivanka's father and didn't hold back his opinions about him, expressing a strong distaste for Trump and referring to him in disparaging terms.
    David Faris, Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2024
  • The 2022 audio leak upended City Hall, with community leaders voicing outrage over the racist and disparaging remarks on the hourlong recording.
    David Zahniser, Los Angeles Times, 4 Nov. 2024
Definition of disparage
Verb
  • An onlooker snapped a picture, which seemed to exemplify the lawlessness that is inherent to why some people love sideshows and others hate them.
    Nate Gartrell, The Mercury News, 7 Nov. 2024
  • All the while, Elon Musk—a far-right activist and the site’s owner, who is campaigning for and giving away millions to help elect Donald Trump—amplifies horrendous conspiracy theories about voter fraud, migrants run amok, and the idea that Jewish people hate white people.
    Charlie Warzel, The Atlantic, 5 Nov. 2024
Definition of hate
Verb
  • Sad fact is: Rock’s stand-up comedy shtick relies on black self-abasement (letting his white audience hear how blacks secretly deprecate themselves).
    Armond White, National Review, 23 Oct. 2024
  • The event has traditionally drawn both presidential candidates in person, with each major party nominee performing a bit of comedy schtick, often self deprecating.
    Ted Johnson, Deadline, 17 Oct. 2024
Definition of deprecate
Verb
  • At the time, some leaders found his comments belittling and a bad message.
    Alex Gangitano, The Hill, 30 Oct. 2024
  • Simone Martini, sometimes belittled as a maker of pretty court confections, emerges here as an artist of drama and depth.
    Christian K. Kleinbub, ARTnews.com, 29 Oct. 2024
Definition of belittle
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