Demonetize: meaning, definitions and examples
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demonetize
[ ˌdiːˈmɒnɪtaɪz ]
financial context
To demonetize something refers to the action of withdrawing the legal status of a currency as a medium of exchange. This can apply to physical currency, such as coins or banknotes, or to digital currencies. The process of demonetization often aims to combat inflation, reduce counterfeit money, or transition to a new legal tender. It can lead to significant economic impacts and public reaction, affecting both businesses and consumers.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The government plans to demonetize old banknotes next month.
- Demonetizing the currency was a controversial decision.
- In an effort to control the economy, they decided to demonetize certain denominations.
Translations
Translations of the word "demonetize" in other languages:
🇵🇹 desmonetizar
🇮🇳 डिमोनेटाइज़ करना
🇩🇪 demonetisieren
🇮🇩 demonetisasi
🇺🇦 дослідити
🇵🇱 demonetyzować
🇯🇵 デモネタイズする
🇫🇷 démonétiser
🇪🇸 desmonetizar
🇹🇷 demonetize etmek
🇰🇷 디모네타이즈하다
🇸🇦 إلغاء النقد
🇨🇿 demonetizovat
🇸🇰 demonetizovať
🇨🇳 去货币化
🇸🇮 demonetizirati
🇮🇸 afnema peninga
🇰🇿 доллардан айыру
🇬🇪 დემონეტიზაცია
🇦🇿 demonetizə etmək
🇲🇽 desmonetizar
Etymology
The word 'demonetize' comes from the prefix 'de-' meaning 'removal' or 'reversal', combined with 'monetize', which itself is derived from 'money'. The term has its roots in the French word 'monnaie', meaning 'currency'. The practice of demonetization has been used by various governments throughout history, often during times of economic crisis or reform. The term saw increased usage in the 20th century, particularly in the context of monetary policy and fiscal changes. Countries like India have famously implemented demonetization to curb black money and counterfeit currencies. As economies evolve and technology advances, the concept of demonetization continues to be relevant in discussions about currency and value.