face value

Definition from Wiktionary, the free dictionary
Jump to: navigation, search

Contents

English [edit]

Noun [edit]

face value (plural face values)

  1. The amount or value listed on a bill, note, stamp, etc.; the stated value or amount.
  2. (idiomatic) No more or less than what is stated; a literal or direct meaning or interpretation.
    Please take this comment at face value and don't try to read anything into it.

Synonyms [edit]

Translations [edit]

See also [edit]