What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
deflate
Example
I need to deflate the air mattress before packing it up. [deflate: verb]
Example
The team's morale deflated after losing the championship game. [deflated: adjective]
flatten
Example
I need to flatten the dough before baking the cookies. [flatten: verb]
Example
The bulldozer flattened the hill to make way for the new road. [flattened: past participle]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Flatten is more commonly used than deflate in everyday language. Flatten is a versatile word that can be used in various contexts, while deflate is more specific and often used in the context of air or gas.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between deflate and flatten?
Both deflate and flatten are neutral in terms of formality and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
