시간의 경과나 사용에 따른 자산 가치의 감소분.
A reduction in the value of a tangible asset over time, typically due to wear and tear or obsolescence.
예문:
"The company calculates annual depreciation on its fleet of delivery trucks to reflect their actual worth."
"Accelerated depreciation methods can provide significant tax benefits in the early years of an asset's life."
외환 시장에서 다른 통화에 비해 특정 통화의 가치가 떨어지는 현상.
A decrease in the value of a currency relative to other currencies in a floating exchange rate system.
예문:
"The sudden depreciation of the yen made Japanese exports more competitive in the global market."
"Investors are worried that further depreciation of the local currency will fuel domestic inflation."
어떤 사람이나 사물의 가치를 얕잡아 보거나 깎아내리는 태도.
The act of disparaging or belittling someone or something; an expression of low opinion.
예문:
"His constant depreciation of his colleagues' achievements created a toxic work environment."
"Self-depreciation can sometimes be a charming trait, but too much of it suggests low self-esteem."