What does "valued" mean?

1. (highly respected) considered to be important, useful, or special by other people. 2. (estimated the price) decided how much money something was worth. 3. (appreciated something) thought that someone or something was very important.

How do you use "valued"?

Often used before a noun to describe a person's role or status within a group. Usually followed by 'at' when specifying a price or amount.

valued

adj. · v.

US //ˈvæɫjud// UK //vˈæljuːd// val·ued

1 highly respected (adj.)
B2 Upper Intermediate

considered to be important, useful, or special by other people.

regarded as being of great worth, importance, or utility; held in high esteem.

Example

She is a valued member of our team because she always has great ideas.

Example

The company offers several benefits to ensure their most valued employees feel appreciated and remain with the firm long-term.

Usage

Often used before a noun to describe a person's role or status within a group.
- worthless
- unimportant
2 estimated the price (v.)
B2 Upper Intermediate

decided how much money something was worth.

assigned a financial or numerical worth to an object or asset. Transitive; requires a direct object.

Example

The expert valued the old painting at over five thousand dollars.

Example

The independent auditor valued the estate's holdings at significantly less than the family had originally anticipated.

Usage

Usually followed by 'at' when specifying a price or amount.

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3 appreciated something (v.)
B2 Upper Intermediate

thought that someone or something was very important.

held someone or something in high regard; appreciated the qualities or importance of a person or thing.

Example

He always valued his father's advice when making big life decisions.

Example

Throughout her career, she valued integrity above professional advancement, even when it made her path more difficult.
- disregarded
- ignored