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Devalue (Verb)

Remove the value from; deprive of its value.

Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..

The country's economy was severely impacted when the global market devalued their currency.
High inflation rates can devalue the purchasing power of money saved over time.
If the terms of the contract were altered, it would devalue the deal for all parties involved.
Poor leadership and mismanagement can devalue the reputation of a well-established company.
Rampant piracy devalued the sales of original works by artists and authors.

Lose in value; "The dollar depreciated again".

Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..

High inflation rates can devalue a country's currency over time, resulting in less purchasing power for citizens.
The company's decision to flood the market with new products will devalue their brand if not managed carefully.
If the new policy increases housing supply too quickly, it will likely devalue the existing properties in the area.
The high interest rates can further devalue an investment if it does not generate a return that is greater than the borrowing cost.
Years of overspending and national debt could devalue the nation's creditworthiness and make borrowing more difficult.

Lower the value or quality of; "The tear devalues the painting".

Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..

The company's financial struggles will devalue its stock and make it harder to attract investors.
Air pollution can seriously devalue the aesthetic appeal of a city's parks and gardens.
Overproduction of a product can devalue it in the eyes of the consumer.
A high crime rate can devalue property in a neighborhood very quickly.
Frequent reissues of a special edition coin may devalue its collectible status.