tumidness

/ˈtjuːmɪdnəs/; /ˈtjuːmɪdˌnɛs/

Definitions

1. noun

the state or condition of being swollen or inflated

“The doctor examined the patient’s tumidness in the affected area.”

2. noun

a feeling of pride or self-importance, often accompanied by an inflated sense of one’s own abilities or accomplishments

“He suffered from a growing tumidness as he received praise for his work.”

Synonyms

  • hubris
  • inflation
  • pride
  • swelling

Antonyms

  • deflation
  • flatness