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Depreciation - Dictionary Definition and Overview |
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Depreciation : (noun)
1: a decrease in price or value; "depreciation of the dollar
against the yen" [ant: appreciation]
2: decrease in value of an asset due to obsolescence or use
[syn: wear and tear]
3: a communication that belittles somebody or something [syn: disparagement,
derogation]
Based on WordNet 2.0
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Depreciation : \De*pre`ci*a"tion\, n. [Cf. F. d['e]pr['e]ciation.]
1. The act of lessening, or seeking to lessen, price, value,
or reputation.
2. The falling of value; reduction of worth. --Burke.
3. the state of being depreciated.
Based on WordNet (r) 2.0 (August 2003)
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