value
0 antonyms and opposites of value, grouped by meaning.
Noun — How much something is worth, in money or importance.
How to use value
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Old French value, from Latin valere, "to be strong, to be worth".
Full origin of value →Frequently asked questions
What does “value” mean?
The word “value” means how much something is worth, in money or importance. In plain terms, worth — of money, importance, or personal principle — or the act of estimating or appreciating that worth.
How do you pronounce “value”?
“Value” is pronounced VAL-yoo (/ˈvæl.ju/ in IPA).
How do you use “value” in a sentence?
Here is “value” used in a sentence: “The value of the house has doubled since they bought it.”
What is another word for “value”?
Words with a similar meaning to “value” include valence and worth.
What part of speech is “value”?
Depending on how it is used, “value” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “value” come from?
The word “value” comes from Latin. From Old French value, from Latin valere, "to be strong, to be worth".
Is “value” a common word?
“Value” is a very common word in modern English, usually learned at around the A2 level.
How many meanings does “value” have?
“Value” has 4 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: how much something is worth, in money or importance.
What is the difference between value and price?
Price is the amount of money asked or paid for something — a fixed figure on a tag. Value is how much something is actually worth to you, in money or importance, which may be higher or lower than its price. A cheap tool can have great value; an expensive one can be poor value.
What are the types of value?
Value takes several forms. Monetary or market value is what something would sell for. Sentimental value is the personal importance we attach to it, regardless of price. There is also practical or use value — how helpful something is. The same object can hold very different kinds of value at once.
Can value be subjective?
Yes. While market value reflects what people will generally pay, the importance side of value is deeply personal. A childhood photo may be priceless to you and worthless to a stranger. Because value measures worth in both money and importance, it often depends on who is judging and why.