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Definition & Meaning of "value"in English

Value
01

the worth of something in money 

value definition and meaning
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Abstract
Composition
Simple
Countable
Plural form
values
Examples
He estimated the value of his car before selling it. 
02

(mathematics) an amount that is shown by a sign or letter 

Examples
In algebra, variables represent unknown values that can be determined through equations. 
03

the degree of lightness or darkness of a color, which helps create contrast, depth, and dimension in visual art 

What is "value"?

Value refers to the lightness or darkness of a color in design. It describes how a color's brightness changes, from white or light shades to black or dark shades. Adjusting value helps create contrast, depth, and dimension in a design, making elements stand out or fade, and adding to the overall visual impact and mood of the piece.

Examples
The artist used different values to create a sense of depth in the painting. 
04

a set of moral beliefs or principles of what is important in life 

Examples
Integrity is a core value that guides the organization’s decisions. 
05

the importance or usefulness of something 

Examples
The value of hard work is often overlooked. 
to value
01

to determine or assign a monetary worth to something 

Transitive: to value a commodity
to value definition and meaning
Grammatical Information
Composition
Simple
Action verb
Regular
Present tense
value
3rd person singular
values
Present participle
valuing
Past simple
valued
Past participle
valued
Examples
The appraiser was called in to value the antique furniture. 
1.1

to assess or estimate the nature, quality, ability, extent, or significance of something 

Transitive: to value extent of something
Examples
The teacher valued the students' progress through regular assessments. 
02

to regard highly and consider something as important, beneficial, or worthy of appreciation 

Transitive: to value sth
Examples
The organization values transparency in its communication practices. 
03

to regard something with great affection 

Transitive: to value sb/sth
Examples
She values her family above all else. 
04

to estimate the worth of something 

Transitive: to value a commodity
Examples
I value the antique clock at around $500. 
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