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valorization

Upper-Intermediate (B2)

IPA: /ˌvæləraɪˈzeɪʃən/

KK: /ˌvæləraɪˈzeɪʃən/

noun
Definition

The process of giving value or importance to something, often in a social or economic context.


Example

The valorization of local art has helped boost the community's economy.


Conversation
Sloth A
I recently read about the concept of valorization in economics.
Sloth B
Oh really? What does it mean exactly?
Sloth A
It refers to the process of giving value to something, often in a market context.
Sloth B
That’s interesting! I didn’t know there was a specific term for that.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
appraisal
assessment
evaluation
Antonyms
devaluation
diminution
disparagement
Root Explanation

Valorization → It is formed from "valor" (from Latin "valor", meaning worth or value) and "-ization" (meaning the process of making or becoming). The word "valorization" refers to the process of assigning value or worth to something.

Memory Tip

Think of 'valor' meaning worth, and '-ization' indicating a process. This helps you remember that valorization is the process of determining or assigning value.

Visually Confused Words
revalorization
vaporization
tailorization
ovalization
variation
revaporization
allegorization
vocalization
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