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Meaning of bloated
The primary meaning of the word "bloated" is excessively swollen or inflated.
Etymology of bloated
The word "bloated" has its roots in the Old English word "blōtian", which means to become swollen, and the Old Norse word "blōta", which means to swell or become inflated
Historically, the word "bloated" was used to describe something that was swollen or inflated, and over time its meaning expanded to include connotations of excess, elaborateness, and self-importance
Synonyms
swollen
inflated
distended
enlarged
expanded
puffy
bulging
protruding
inflated
congested
stuffed
overfull
engorged
tumid
turgid
dilated
increased
augmented
amplified
exaggerated
overblown
pompous
grandiose
pretentious
ostentatious
inflated
puffed up
self-important
arrogant
proud
haughty
swollen-headed
conceited
vainglorious
boastful
bombastic
Definitions
- Excessively swollen or inflated, especially as a result of being overfull of food, liquid, or gas
- Unnecessarily elaborate or lengthy, especially in a way that is considered self-important or pompous
Usage Examples
- The patient's bloated stomach was a sign of a serious underlying condition
- The company's bloated bureaucracy made it difficult to get anything done
- The politician's bloated speech was met with skepticism by the audience
Antonyms
deflated
shrunk
reduced
decreased
diminished
contracted
compressed
condensed
compact
slender
slim
trim
lean
gaunt
emaciated
depleted
exhausted
drained
empty
hollow
meager
scant
sparse
thin