deflate

[dɪˈfleɪt]

deflate Definition

  • 1to let air or gas out of something, usually in a slow and controlled way
  • 2to reduce the level or amount of something

Using deflate: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "deflate" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    He deflated the balloon with a pin.

  • Example

    The company's profits have deflated in recent years.

  • Example

    The team's morale was deflated after losing the game.

deflate Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for deflate

Antonyms for deflate

Phrases with deflate

  • deflate someone's ego

    to make someone feel less important or proud

    Example

    His boss deflated his ego by criticizing his work in front of everyone.

  • to reduce the intensity or severity of a crisis

    Example

    The government's measures helped to deflate the economic crisis.

  • deflate expectations

    to lower or reduce expectations

    Example

    The poor reviews deflated our expectations for the movie.

Origins of deflate

from Latin 'deflare', meaning 'to blow away'

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Summary: deflate in Brief

To 'deflate' [dɪˈfleɪt] means to release air or gas from something, or to reduce the level or amount of something. Examples include 'He deflated the balloon with a pin,' and 'The company's profits have deflated in recent years.' Phrases like 'deflate someone's ego' and 'deflate expectations' denote reducing pride or lowering expectations.