proper value

noun

, Mathematics.

1. characteristic root.

Word History and Origins

Origin of proper value¹

First recorded in 1925–30

Example Sentences

Berkshire is asking for a January trial date so its claims can be judged alongside the Haslam’s initial lawsuit to help determine the proper value of Pilot and whether the Haslams should be allowed to sell their stake in 2024 when there are so many questions about whether the company’s 2023 earnings are proper.

From Seattle Times

Berkshire is asking for a January trial date so its claims can be judged alongside the Haslam’s initial lawsuit to help determine the proper value of Pilot and whether the Haslams should be allowed to sell their stake in 2024 when there are so many questions about whether the company’s 2023 earnings are proper.

From Washington Times

SNB's investment objective is not dependent on time, and the Saudi bank will exit when proper value to the shares is acquired, he added.

From Reuters

Los Angeles tried and failed to trade Akers at the deadline, deciding the team couldn’t get proper value for GM Les Snead’s highest draft pick in the past five years.

From Seattle Times

Quid is adding more underwriters to help find the proper value for the start-up stock it lends against.

From New York Times