Definitions
There are 4 meanings of the word
Inflation.
Inflation - as a noun
A general and progressive increase in prices
Example: "In inflation everything gets more valuable except money"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
rising pricesHypernyms (Closely Related)
economic processHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
deflation13disinflation16(cosmology) a brief exponential expansion of the universe (faster than the speed of light) postulated to have occurred shortly after the big bang
Lack of elegance as a consequence of being pompous and puffed up with vanity
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
ostentation11ostentatiousnesspomposity18pompousness17pretentiousness17puffiness17splashiness16Example Sentences
"The inflation rate for this year is projected to be around 2%."
"The government is taking measures to control inflation and stabilize the economy."
"High inflation is eroding the purchasing power of the currency."
"The central bank increased interest rates to curb inflation."
"Rapid inflation can negatively impact the economy."
Word Game Points
Is INFLATION a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, inflation is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
INFLATION has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.
Is INFLATION a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, inflation is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordINFLATION has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.
Is INFLATION a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, inflation is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordINFLATION has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.
