dɪˈflæt

Definitions

1. verb

to become or make something less inflated or swollen

“The tire deflated after being punctured by a nail.”

2. verb

to reduce or make something less impressive or exciting

“The company’s profits deflated after the economic downturn.”

3. verb

to make something less severe or intense

“The politician’s words deflated the anger of the crowd.”

4. noun

the act of making something less inflated or swollen

“The deflation of the balloon was caused by a small leak.”

5. noun

a reduction in the value or intensity of something

“The deflation of the economy led to widespread job losses.”

6. noun

a decrease in the rate of inflation

“The central bank’s policies led to a period of deflation.”