valorise

Give something significance

Valorise is the British spelling of valorize, meaning to assign or increase value to something.

In economics, it refers to maintaining prices artificially, especially through government intervention: policies to valorise agricultural commodities.

More broadly, it means to give importance or validity to something: The curriculum valorises Western perspectives over others.

The term often carries a critical edge, implying the elevation is constructed rather than inherent.

ideology

legitimize

Make lawful or valid

justifyProvide adequate grounds for
normalizeMake regular or standard
romanticizePortray as more appealing

mythologize · idealize · sanctify · enshrine · canonize · privilege · center · elevate · prioritize · uphold

praise

commend

Express approval of

applaudClap to show praise
extolPraise with enthusiasm
acclaimEnthusiastic public approval

laud · celebrate · compliment · glorify · eulogize · exalt · honor · tribute · salute · endorse

economic

appreciation

Recognition of worth

appraisalEstimation of worth
capitalizationUsing big letters properly
markupAdded percentage for profit

premium · equity · assets · commodities · currency · revaluation · monetization · pricing · exchange rate · inflation

esteem

admiration

Deep respect felt

respectRegard with honor
regardAttentive consideration given
reverenceProfound admiring respect

veneration · esteem · honor · dignity · worth · merit · prestige · standing · stature · eminence

Opposites

esteem and value assignment

valorisedemonise

Portray as wicked

vilify · devalue · devalorize · condemn · deprecate

critical attention

valoriseignore

Refuse to notice

neglect · overlook · disregard · marginalise · sideline

Family

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