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to deflate
01
svalutare, ridurre
to reduce the value or amount of something
Transitive: to deflate value or amount of something
Example
Economic uncertainties often deflate consumer confidence.
Experts predict that changes in regulations will deflate the demand for certain products.
Efforts to cut costs have deflated the company's overall expenses.
02
sgonfiare, deprestare
to lose air or gas
Intransitive
Example
When the soccer ball got punctured, it began to deflate slowly, losing its shape on the field.
As the tire deflated, the cyclist had to stop and fix the puncture before continuing the ride.
The inflatable pool toy deflated quickly when it was accidentally pierced by a sharp object.
03
deflazionare, sgonfiare
to decrease the general level of prices of goods and services, often accompanied by a decline in economic activity
Transitive: to deflate the economy or economic values
Example
The central bank implemented measures to deflate the economy and curb inflation.
The government 's austerity measures aimed to deflate public spending, reduce budget deficits, and stabilize the economy.
Persistent unemployment and weak consumer spending have continued to deflate economic growth.
04
sgonfiare, ridurre
to reduce or lessen the level of an attitude or feeling
Transitive: to deflate an attitude or feeling
Example
The harsh criticism from her supervisor deflated her enthusiasm for the project.
His failure to secure the promotion deflated his aspirations for advancement within the company.
Sarah 's cutting remarks about his performance deflated his ego and left him feeling inadequate.
05
sdeflare, sgonfiare
to release and empty air or gas from a container, causing it to become less inflated
Transitive: to deflate a container
Example
John had to deflate the basketball slightly because it was too bouncy for indoor play.
She carefully deflated the air mattress after the camping trip, folding it up neatly for storage.
The mechanic deflated the car tire before repairing the puncture.
word family
defl
Verb
deflate
Verb
deflated
Adjective
deflation
Noun
deflator
Noun
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