revalue
|re/val/ue|
B2
/riːˈvæljuː/
assess value again
Etymology
Etymology Information
'revalue' originates from the prefix 're-' meaning 'again' and the word 'value' from Latin 'valere' meaning 'to be strong or worth'.
Historical Evolution
'revalue' was formed in modern English by combining 're-' with 'value'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to assess value again', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
to assess the value of something again, often with the implication of increasing its value.
The company decided to revalue its assets to reflect the current market conditions.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45