English Reference
noun

values

n.
US /ˈvæɫjuz/ UK /vˈæljuːz/ val·ues

  1. 01 B1 Intermediate

    the beliefs about what is right and wrong, or what is important in life.

    the principles or standards of behaviour; one's judgement of what is important in life.

    Simple

    The company's core values include honesty and respect for all employees.

    In context

    The school curriculum aims to instil traditional values while encouraging students to think critically about modern social issues.

  2. 02 A2 Elementary

    the plural of value; the amount of money something is worth.

    the plural form of value, referring to the monetary worth or importance of multiple items.

    Simple

    Property values in this neighborhood have increased significantly over the last year.

    In context

    Economists are monitoring the fluctuating values of international currencies to predict the impact on global trade agreements.

  3. 03 B2 Upper Intermediate Math

    the numbers or amounts that letters or symbols represent in math.

    the numerical amounts denoted by algebraic symbols or the results of mathematical calculations.

    Simple

    You need to find the values of x and y to solve the equation.

    In context

    The software calculates the values for each variable in real-time, allowing the researchers to observe immediate changes in the simulation.

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Level B1 · Intermediate
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