deflation

pronunciation

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  • Noun:
    (geology) the erosion of soil as a consequence of sand and dust and loose rocks being removed by the wind
    a contraction of economic activity resulting in a decline of prices
    the act of letting the air out of something

Word Origin

deflation (n.)
1891, "release of air," from deflate + -ion. In reference to currency or economic situations, from 1920.

Antonym

Example

1. But this phenomenon is not confined to actual deflation .
2. Deflation is no imaginary threat .
3. This leadership vacuum feeds deflation .
4. Deflation and financial distress stifled growth .
5. Deflation had killed the appetite for risk .

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