What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
uninflated
Example
The uninflated beach ball lay on the sand. [uninflated: adjective]
Example
I need to inflate the uninflated tire before I can drive my car. [uninflated: adjective]
deflated
Example
The deflated balloon lay on the ground after the party. [deflated: adjective]
Example
I felt deflated after receiving the bad news. [deflated: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Deflated is more commonly used than uninflated in everyday language. Deflated is versatile and covers a wide range of contexts, while uninflated is less common and typically used in specific physical contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between uninflated and deflated?
Both uninflated and deflated are neutral in formality and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
