valuevalue2 ●●○ verb [transitive] 
Shelley valued her privacy.value somebody/something for something Mr. Yeo valued Jan for her hard work.2to decide how much money something is worth, by comparing it with similar things: We decided to get the house valued.be valued at something Paintings valued at over $200,000 were stolen from her home.GRAMMAR Value is usually passive in this meaning.—valued adjective: a valued friend
VERB TABLE
value
| Simple Form | ||
| Present | I, you, we, they | value |
| he, she, it | values | |
| Past | I, you, he, she, it, we, they | valued |
| Present perfect | I, you, we, they | have valued |
| he, she, it | has valued | |
| Past perfect | I, you, he, she, it, we, they | had valued |
| Future | I, you, he, she, it, we, they | will value |
| Future perfect | I, you, he, she, it, we, they | will have valued |
| Continuous Form | ||
| Present | I | am valuing |
| he, she, it | is valuing | |
| you, we, they | are valuing | |
| Past | I, he, she, it | was valuing |
| you, we, they | were valuing | |
| Present perfect | I, you, we, they | have been valuing |
| he, she, it | has been valuing | |
| Past perfect | I, you, he, she, it, we, they | had been valuing |
| Future | I, you, he, she, it, we, they | will be valuing |
| Future perfect | I, you, he, she, it, we, they | will have been valuing |
EXAMPLES FROM OTHER DICTIONARIES
- He valued Lucille's honesty.
- He works for an antique firm, valuing furniture.
- The builder valued the work already done at $400.
- A major problem in valuing the volunteer market in sport is that no accepted shadow wage rate is used.
- Another way to value the use of a car for personal purposes is the cents-per-mile valuation method.
- But AEs who could hard sell were still valued the most in the firm.
- Folks in Montana tend to value their privacy, to the point that minding your own business is considered a virtue.
- He valued the individual as a person and was patient with those who did not share this view.
- The licensed chemist property portfolio was valued at the year end by Chesterton.
- The new managers had to learn how to think, feel, and value as managers instead of as individual contributors.
- Young people who meet the standards earn nationally recognized credentials that employers value.
Longman Language Activatorwhat the value of something is
the amount of money that something expensive, rare, or old would cost if it was sold - use this to talk about things like houses, cars, jewellery, paintings, or furniture: value of: · The value of the sculpture was estimated at $500,000.increase/fall in value: · Some fine wines increase in value as they get older.
if something is worth £1, £10, $100 etc, that is how much money it would cost if it was sold: · How much is your ring worth?be worth $500/£10 etc: · I guess their house must be worth about £500,000.· That old piano can't be worth more than $200.
to have a particular value, especially a very high value which has been calculated: · As a wedding present he gave her some pearls valued at $350,000.· They have a classic car which has been valued at a higher price than they paid for it.· At current market prices their holding in the company is valued at over $25 million.
worth a lot of money worth a lot of money and expensive to buy or replace: · Don't lose this ring -- it's very valuable.· Besides her studio apartment, she also owns a valuable estate in Italy.· Rogers had purchased a valuable Hebrew manuscript from a dealer in Jerusalem.
something that is of great value is worth a lot of money, especially a personal possession such as a work of art or a piece of jewellery: · He has a few medals of great value.· The burglars stole the television and video, but nothing of great value.
informal if something is worth a lot, you can get a lot of money if you sell it: · You should look after those old dolls - one day they could be worth a lot.
if something is worth a fortune it is worth a very large amount of money: · He was very poor when he died, but now his paintings are worth a fortune.
: precious metal/stone a valuable metal such as gold or a jewel such as a diamond: · The robe was encrusted with precious metals and stones.
worth so much money that it is impossible to calculate the price - use this about objects that are old and rare such as paintings, furniture, or jewellery: · The house was full of priceless antiques.· a priceless oil painting
valuable objects or possessions valuable personal possessions such as jewellery, cameras, and important documents: · The hotel management advises guests to deposit their valuables in the hotel safe.· Thieves will take any bags, wallets, and other valuables they can find.
very valuable works of art, especially ones that are very old: · The exhibition shows treasures from ancient China.art treasures: · Some of Spain's most valuable art treasures are housed in El Prado.
to decide what the value of something is British /appraise American to decide what the value of something is, especially when it is your job to do this: · He works for an antique firm, valuing furniture.· The apartment was appraised, and Stephen gave Julie a check for half the amount.value/appraise something at $100/$500 etc: · The builder valued the work already done at $400.have something valued/appraised (=get a professional person to value it for you): · Those silver bowls could be worth a lot of money -- you ought to have them appraised.
to become more valuable · They bought a Ferrari knowing that it would increase in value.· Through clever marketing, the shares have gone up in value quite quickly.· The pound has risen in value against the yen over the weekend.
to become gradually more valuable over a period of time: · This property has appreciated rapidly during the last ten years.· Most investments are still expected to appreciate at a steady rate.
to become two or three times more valuable: · Fortunately, when I sold my apartment it had almost doubled in value since I bought it.· Production of iron and steel more than tripled in value during the 1950s.
to become less valuable · Gold and silver have gone down in value.· Most European currencies fell in value yesterday.
to become gradually less valuable over a period of time: · A new car depreciates more quickly than a second-hand one.· US investors anticipate that the Deutschmark will, in the long term, depreciate relative to the dollar.
without any value · When he died, all my uncle left me was a worthless plot of land.· The jewellery turned out to be completely worthless.· I'm afraid this banknote is a forgery; it's just a worthless piece of paper.
to have no value: · I don't think my stereo is worth anything now, but it was quite expensive when I bought it.
an important person an important person has a lot of power or influence: · The school is having some very important visitors next week.· Several important politicians are calling for a change in the laws on gun control.
: leading scientist/politician/company etc a scientist, politician etc who is well-known and successful, and who usually has a lot of influence: · She was one of America's leading athletes.· Some of the world's leading politicians will be meeting in Geneva to discuss disarmament.leading light (=one of the most important and active people in an organization): · Debbie was one of the leading lights in the drama club.
important and having a lot of influence especially in politics or business: · Jacobson's one of the most influential people in New York.· The program has gained the support of several influential businessmen.influential in doing something: · Various groups were influential in shaping public policy.highly influential: · a highly influential member of Hong Kong's banking community
a very important, famous, or powerful person who is treated with special attention and respect: · The First Lady is expected to be among the many VIPs attending tonight.· The pair had their meeting in the VIP lounge (=room for important people) at Heathrow airport.
important, well-known, and respected in politics, business, education etc: · Daguerre was a prominent Mexico City lawyer.· The conference was attended by both government officials and prominent academics.· Politicians who are prominent in public life may be at risk from terrorism.
someone who is important because they have a lot of power and experience in a particular business or job: · Intellectual heavyweights will be debating what is one of the most important issues or our time.
someone who has an important position in society or in an organization such as a church or government: · Italy's president will be there, with foreign dignitaries including the Prince of Wales.· Most of the local dignitaries attended the event.
: valued friend/worker/customer etc someone who is considered important because they provide a lot of support, business, service etc - used especially in advertisements and business contexts: · I had a letter from William, one of my most valued friends.· The most valued workers in the factory are the technicians.· The company is offering discount to its valued customers.
COLLOCATIONS FROM OTHER ENTRIES We’ve added value to the information by organizing it. He did not fully appreciate the significance of signing the contract. New cars depreciate in value quickly. Within two years the company had doubled in size. treasures of incalculable value Investments are certain to increase in value. a painting of inestimable value There is nothing in the intrinsic nature of the work that makes it more suitable for women. Unfortunately, the drug is of limited value in treating cancer. The award will consist of a lump sum to a maximum value of $5,000. Cooking vegetables for too long lessens their nutritional value. The retail value would be around $500. The rings that were stolen were of great sentimental value (=important because of your feelings or memories relating to them). The trade-in value is roughly $3,000. traditional family values
We’ve added value to the information by organizing it. He did not fully appreciate the significance of signing the contract. (=think that someone’s contribution is important)· They didn’t seem to value my contribution.
(=ideas of what is right and wrong in a culture)· the social and cultural values of the western world
(=the quality or advantage of being something that people want to know about)· When the shop was new it had curiosity value.
New cars depreciate in value quickly. Within two years the company had doubled in size. (=how enjoyable something is to watch)· The films provide great entertainment value for kids.
· Your pension will be equal in value to two thirds of your final year salary.
· He is remembered for his novels, but his scientific work is of equal importance.
treasures of incalculable value Investments are certain to increase in value. a painting of inestimable value There is nothing in the intrinsic nature of the work that makes it more suitable for women. Unfortunately, the drug is of limited value in treating cancer. The award will consist of a lump sum to a maximum value of $5,000. British English (=used when saying that something is worth the amount of money you pay for it)· The holiday was excellent value for money.
(=behaviour that a society believes is right and good)· Schools teach moral values both by example and in lessons.
(=the extra interest that something receives because it is new)· The car still sells well, though the novelty value has worn off.
Cooking vegetables for too long lessens their nutritional value. (=ability to be used for propaganda)· There was propaganda value in agreeing to a peace conference.
The retail value would be around $500. The rings that were stolen were of great sentimental value (=important because of your feelings or memories relating to them). (=have the same ideas about what is right and wrong)· The only way to change things is to elect politicians who share our values.
The trade-in value is roughly $3,000. traditional family values· At the time, I did not recognise the true value of my discovery.
COLLOCATIONS FROM THE CORPUSADVERB· The soul of a true Hero always finds a better rate of exchange, and is valued highly by the gods.· Like the photogram they were highly valued because of the absolute impersonality achieved in the tonal rendering through some mechanistic agency.· One reason for the Surrealists' relatively slow climb since 1975 is that they were highly valued then.· Individual contributions are highly valued, within a focus on collaboration and integration.· Such contributions were highly valued because the members felt that they were learning much about their own school.· Although this community imposed its own brand of conformity in many ways, individual expression was valued highly.· Physical education is highly valued and forms part of a fully integrated educational programme based on a unitary conception of man.· Verbal systems are highly valued as children learn to talk, read, and write.
· People must decide which they value most - a cheap supply of water, or preserving the countryside exactly as it was.· The most valued individuals will be those who can work effectively with other employees in a team effort.· But this revolution in what must be Britain's most valued public industry, is taking place in the market place.· In Buddhism, emptiness is valued most of all.
NOUN· The offer also values each Lloyds preference share at 255. 5 pence.
PHRASES FROM OTHER ENTRIES► custodian of tradition/moral values etc
- Above all, it requires the steady cultivation of healthy core beliefs that will shore up the organization when setbacks occur.
- Actions are core beliefs put into practice.
- Banished from the official organizational history, the memory of these unpleasant side effects lingers in the form of unhealthy core beliefs.
- Because they describe an objective reality, descriptive core beliefs are simply valid or invalid.
- If both core beliefs and the actions they inspire are healthy, the organization will ultimately succeed in achieving its long-term goals.
- Organizational fears are emotional responses to core beliefs.
- That something is whether or not your organization has a healthy system of valid core beliefs and realistic fears.
- What made Reagan extraordinary, beyond his communicative skills, was his resolute adherence to core beliefs.
- The newspapers have taken this propaganda at face value, without questioning it.
- And he no longer took things at face value.
- Because Kate, for all her faults real and imagined, was the only person ever to take him at face value.
- But now, a hundred years on, certain factions persist in taking it at face value.
- All are good value at under £4.
- And I think I received good values from the church.
- Highly recommended and also good value for the region.
- Political scribblers were usually better value than politicians, most of them being irreverent and much better informed.
- The best values are the credit-card companies, and I like them all.
- Vague objectives might include maintaining a market share or keeping up with technology or offering good value to the customer.
- Additional effects are found from the growth in nominal income which is associated with an increase in own-country relative returns.
- Also barred would have been gifts, except for items of nominal value, such as shirts or mugs.
- However low nominal rates of interest go, they still remain positive in real terms.
- The nominal rate of interest has two components.
- The nominal value is meaningless and may be misleading, except in so far as it determines the minimum liability.
- The accumulated fund represents the nominal value of the net assets of the Law Society valued at historic cost.
- The box, with a nominal value of £5, was for the Anthony Nolan Bone Marrow trust.
- The mean underwriting fee was 1.4 percent of the issue's nominal value.
- A government department may place emphasis on careful administration and attention to detail, to research and to political manoeuvring.
- In fact, these words break the sentence rhythm, placing emphasis on the words that follow.
- It places emphasis on external evaluation and it undervalues the individual young reader's assessment.
- Some place emphasis on biotic, others on environmental factors.
- And of course there is the sheer snob appeal of being able to avoid the herd.
- These berries even have snob appeal.
- Three university researchers say they now have a surprising answer: snob appeal.
WORD FAMILYnounvaluablesvaluevaluesvaluationvaluerovervaluation ≠ undervaluationdevaluationadjectivevaluableinvaluableovervalued ≠ undervaluedvaluelessvaluedverbvaluedevalueovervalue ≠ undervalue
1to think that someone or something is important: Shelley valued her privacy.value somebody/something for something Mr. Yeo valued Jan for her hard work.2to decide how much money something is worth, by comparing it with similar things: We decided to get the house valued.be valued at something Paintings valued at over $200,000 were stolen from her home.GRAMMAR Value is usually passive in this meaning.—valued adjective: a valued friend