Found 2 items, similar to Depreciation.
English → English (WordNet) Definition: depreciation depreciation n 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]
English → English (gcide) Definition: Depreciation Depreciation \De*pre`ci*a"tion\ (d[-e]*pr[=e]`sh[i^]*[=a]"sh[u^]n), n. [Cf. F. d['e]pr['e]ciation.] 1. The act of lessening, or seeking to lessen, price, value, or reputation. [1913 Webster] 2. The falling of value; reduction of worth. --Burke. [1913 Webster] 3. the state of being depreciated. [1913 Webster]