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to deflate
01
to reduce the value or amount of something
Transitive: to deflate value or amount of something
Example
The ongoing investigation was deflating the stock prices of the affected companies.
Economic uncertainties often deflate consumer confidence.
The housing bubble burst, deflating property values across the region.
02
to lose air or gas
Intransitive
Example
The inflatable pool toy deflated quickly when it was accidentally pierced by a sharp object.
The basketball deflated overnight, so we had to pump it up before the game.
As the tire deflated, the cyclist had to stop and fix the puncture before continuing the ride.
03
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
Falling commodity prices deflated export revenues, putting pressure on the trade balance and currency exchange rates.
Persistent unemployment and weak consumer spending have continued to deflate economic growth.
The central bank implemented measures to deflate the economy and curb inflation.
04
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.
The disappointing sales figures deflated the company 's hopes for a profitable quarter.
Sarah 's cutting remarks about his performance deflated his ego and left him feeling inadequate.
05
to release and empty air or gas from a container, causing it to become less inflated
Transitive: to deflate a container
Example
The mechanic deflated the car tire before repairing the puncture.
She carefully deflated the air mattress after the camping trip, folding it up neatly for storage.
John had to deflate the basketball slightly because it was too bouncy for indoor play.
Example
The ongoing investigation was deflating the stock prices of the affected companies.
Economic uncertainties often deflate consumer confidence.
The housing bubble burst, deflating property values across the region.
Experts predict that changes in regulations will deflate the demand for certain products.
Efforts to cut costs have deflated the company's overall expenses.
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