Definitions
There are 5 meanings of the word
Inflates.
Inflates - as a verb
Exaggerate or make bigger
Example: "The charges were inflated"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
amplify17blow upexpand16Hypernyms (Closely Related)
increase10Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Fill with gas or air
Example: "Inflate a balloon"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
blow upHypernyms (Closely Related)
expand16Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
deflate11Cause prices to rise by increasing the available currency or credit
Example: "The war inflated the economy"
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
deflate11Increase the amount or availability of, creating a rise in value
Example: "Inflate the currency"
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
deflate11Example Sentences
"He inflates balloons for the party."
"The company inflates its prices during the holiday season."
"She inflates her resume to impress potential employers."
"The air pump inflates the tire."
"He inflates the beach ball before going to the pool."
Word Game Points
Is INFLATES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, inflates is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
INFLATES has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.
Is INFLATES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, inflates is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordINFLATES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.
Is INFLATES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, inflates is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordINFLATES has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.
