1. A decrease in price or value
   "depreciation of the dollar against the yen" 
2. Decrease in value of an asset due to obsolescence or use
   - wear and tear 
3. A communication that belittles somebody or something
   - disparagement, derogation

Derived forms: depreciations

See also: depreciate

Type of: decrease, diminution, discourtesy, disrespect, financial loss, non-cash expense, reduction, step-down

Antonym: appreciation

Encyclopedia: Depreciation

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