revaluation
noun C2
Plain meaning
a new assessment of the value or importance of something
Exam-register meaning
In formal or high-level texts, it is used to describe a new assessment of the value or importance of something, often with a precise or specialised tone.
In context
naturalThe article mentioned revaluation as one of the main issues.
examThe author examines revaluation in relation to social change, public policy, and institutional responsibility.
Common collocations
a clear revaluationevidence of revaluationwidespread revaluation
Watch out
Do not use “revaluation” as a vague high-level replacement; make sure the sentence really needs this specific noun.