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postdevaluation

Upper-Intermediate (B2)

IPA: //ˌpoʊstˌdɪˌvɛljuˈeɪʃən//

KK: /ˈpoʊstˌdɪˈveɪlueɪʃən/

adjective
Definition

Referring to a situation or condition that occurs after a reduction in the value of a currency.


Example

The country implemented postdevaluation policies to stabilize the economy.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you noticed the changes in prices after the postdevaluation period?
Sloth B
Yeah, everything seems more expensive now.
Sloth A
It's surprising how quickly things can change in a postdevaluation economy.
Sloth B
Absolutely! We really need to adapt to these new circumstances.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
devalued
reduced
diminished
Antonyms
appreciated
increased
enhanced
Root Explanation

Postdevaluation → It is formed from "post-" (meaning after) and "devaluation" (from Latin "de-" meaning down and "valere" meaning to be strong or worth). The term refers to the period or state that occurs after a reduction in the value of currency or assets.

Memory Tip

Think of 'post-' meaning after, and 'devaluation' referring to a decrease in worth — so postdevaluation means the time after a decrease in value.

Visually Confused Words
devaluation
prevaluation
evaluation
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