Valuation Meaning
/ˌvæ.ljuːˈeɪ.ʃən/Definition, CEFR level B2, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
nounAn estimation of something's worth.
nounThe process of estimating the value of a financial asset or liability.
Sentence Examples
Experts put a high valuation on the painting.
Valuation is not always objective.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The bank required a formal ____ of the property before approving the loan.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The company hired an expert to provide a ____ of the property before they decided to put it up for sale today.
Word Origin & History
From Middle French valuation, noun of action from valuer, from Old French valoir.
Literary Quotations & Historical Citations
"Reddit's (RDDT.N) initial public offering is currently between four and five times oversubscribed, people familiar with the matter said on Sunday, making it more likely the social media platform will attain the $6.5 billion valuation it seeks."
— 2024 March 17, Echo Wang, “Exclusive: Reddit's IPO as much as five times oversubscribed, sources say”, in Reuters:
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The bank required a formal ____ of the property before approving the loan.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The company hired an expert to provide a ____ of the property before they decided to put it up for sale today.