How to Pronounce Depreciating

To pronounce "depreciating", say DEPR-ec-iat-ing — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

DEPR-ec-iat-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “depreciating”

"depreciating" has 4 syllables: depr-ec-iat-ing. It rhymes with titillating and captivating, if that helps it stick.

What does depreciating mean?

verb

To lessen in price or estimated value; to lower the worth of.
To decline in value over time.

adjective

That is declining in value.
That degrades the value of something; deprecating.

Synonyms

do down

Antonyms

aggrandise aggrandize big up appreciate

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Words that rhyme with depreciating

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titillating captivating grating deprecating invigorating excruciating exhilarating fascinating exasperating stimulating debilitating fluctuating

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "depreciating"?▾

"Depreciating" has 4 syllables: depr · ec · iat · ing.

What does "depreciating" mean?▾

Depreciating: To lessen in price or estimated value; to lower the worth of.

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