Difference between Depreciate and Deprecate

What is the difference between Depreciate and Deprecate?

Depreciate as a verb is to reduce in value over time. while Deprecate as a verb is to express disapproval of

Depreciate

Part of speech: verb

Definition: To reduce in value over time. To belittle

Example sentence: Today people who hold cash equivalents feel comfortable. They shouldn't. They have opted for a terrible long-term asset, one that pays virtually nothing and is certain to depreciate in value.

Deprecate

Part of speech: verb

Definition: to express disapproval ofto recommend against use ofto pray against

We hope you now know whether to use Depreciate or Deprecate in your sentence.

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