- To estimate the value, or worth, of; to rate at a certain price; to appraise; to reckon with respect to number, power, importance, etc.The mind doth value every moment.The queen is valued thirty thousand strong.The king must take it ill, That he's so slightly valued in his messenger.Neither of them valued their promises according to rules of honor or integrity.
- To rate highly; to have in high esteem; to hold in respect and estimation; to appreciate; to prize; as, to value one for his works or his virtues.Which of the dukes he values most.
- To raise to estimation; to cause to have value, either real or apparent; to enhance in value.ObsSome value themselves to their country by jealousies of the crown.
- To be worth; to be equal to in value.ObsThe peace between the French and us not values The cost that did conclude it.To compute; rate; appraise; esteem; respect; regard; estimate; prize; appreciate.
