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Meaning of deflate
The primary meaning of the word "deflate" is to release air or gas from something, or to reduce the size or amount of something.
Etymology of deflate
The word "deflate" comes from the Latin words "de" meaning "away from" or "down" and "flare" meaning "to blow", and the suffix "-ate" which forms a verb
Historically, the word "deflate" was first used in the 17th century to describe the act of releasing air from a container, and later its meaning expanded to include the reduction of size, amount, or intensity of something
Synonyms
diminish
reduce
decrease
lower
shrink
contract
compress
collapse
depress
let down
puncture
prick
discharge
exhaust
empty
drain
deplete
dissipate
dishearten
discourage
depressurize
soften
slacken
loosen
unwind
relax
calm
soothe
alleviate
mitigate
moderate
temper
lessen
minimize
abate
subside
wane
ebb
decline
drop
fall
sink
slump
plunge
downturn
setback
letup
relief
easing
assuagement
Definitions
- To release air or gas from a balloon, tire, or other inflatable object, causing it to become less full or to shrink
- To reduce the size, amount, or intensity of something, such as a problem, a feeling, or an expectation
- To cause someone to feel less confident, proud, or excited, often by criticizing or disappointing them
Usage Examples
- The bicycle tire started to deflate after hitting a sharp rock
- The news of the company's financial troubles began to deflate the stock market
- The criticism from her peers deflated her confidence and made her question her abilities