valuable
/ˈvæljuəbl̩/
ADJECTIVE
1. Having great monetary or material value
Having a high financial worth or being expensive, precious, or desirable because of its monetary value.
1.1. Expensive and costly possessions
Describing objects, goods, or possessions that have a high market price or require a considerable amount of money to acquire.
Synonyms
- costly
- expensive
- high-priced
- pricey
- pricy
- premium
- big-ticket
- high-end
Antonyms
- cheap
- inexpensive
- discounted
Examples
- The antique vase was highly valuable due to its historical significance.
- The museum carefully protected its most valuable paintings.
Related Words
- exorbitant
- extravagant
- luxurious
- overpriced
- prohibitive
- sky-high
- spendy
- steep
- sumptuous
1.2. Precious and highly prized possessions
Describing objects or belongings that are considered especially precious, rare, or worth preserving because of their financial, historical, or sentimental significance.
Synonyms
Antonyms
Examples
- The family kept a valuable collection of antique jewelry in a secure vault.
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ADJECTIVE
2. Being useful or beneficial
Providing practical assistance, advantages, or benefits that make something worthwhile or effective.
2.1. Usefulness and practical benefit
Describing something that provides assistance, serves a useful purpose, or contributes positively to a task, activity, or situation.
Synonyms
- beneficial
- helpful
- serviceable
- useful
- worthwhile
Antonyms
Examples
- The mentor provided valuable advice that helped the young entrepreneur navigate the business world.
- The research findings were valuable contributions to the scientific community.
Related Words
2.2. Profitability and economic benefit
Describing something that generates financial gain, produces favorable economic results, or offers worthwhile returns.
Synonyms
- profitable
- beneficial
- advantageous
- productive
- worthwhile
Antonyms
- uneconomic
- uneconomical
- unprofitable
- loss-making
Related Words
- gain
- lucrative
- moneymaking
- remunerative
- rewarding
- serviceable
ADJECTIVE
3. Having great importance or significance
Being important, meaningful, or deserving considerable attention, respect, or appreciation.
3.1. Importance and significance
Describing something that has considerable importance, relevance, or influence in a particular situation or field.
Synonyms
- important
- relevant
- meaningful
- significant
- substantial
- worthwhile
Antonyms
- unimportant
- irrelevant
- insignificant
Examples
- Time management is a valuable skill in today's fast-paced work environment.
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3.2. Esteem and appreciation
Describing someone or something that is highly regarded, respected, admired, or considered worthy of appreciation.
Synonyms
- admired
- appreciated
- cherished
- esteemed
- estimable
- respected
- treasured
- worthy
Antonyms
- disrespected
- unappreciated
- undervalued
Examples
- The team considered the experienced player a valuable asset to their championship aspirations.
Related Words
NOUN
4. Valuable personal possessions
Personal belongings, especially jewelry or other items, that have relatively great monetary value.
4.1. Jewelry and precious belongings
Personal possessions such as jewelry, ornaments, and other expensive items that are kept because of their considerable monetary worth.