Deflation (Noun)
Meaning 1
The act of letting the air out of something.
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- The quick deflation of the party balloons marked the end of the celebration.
- Deflation of the tires caused the bike to be much heavier and harder to ride.
- She had to undergo deflation of her beach ball to get it to fit back into its storage bag.
- After a deflation mishap, the inflatables were ruined and the event had to be canceled.
- A gradual deflation of the ball helped prevent a sudden pop from happening.
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Meaning 2
A contraction of economic activity resulting in a decline of prices.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- A sudden increase in interest rates triggered deflation in the housing market, leading to a sharp decline in property prices.
- Central banks use monetary policies to prevent deflation, as it can lead to a decrease in consumer spending and investment.
- During the 1930s, deflation contributed to the Great Depression, making it harder for people to repay debts and mortgages.
- Some economists argue that deflation is not always a negative phenomenon, as it can increase the purchasing power of consumers.
- In the years following the 2008 financial crisis, several European countries experienced deflation, forcing their governments to implement austerity measures.
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Meaning 3
(geology) the erosion of soil as a consequence of sand and dust and loose rocks being removed by the wind; "a constant deflation of the desert landscape".
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.