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inflated

The correct spelling is inflated.

How to pronounce inflated

verb

Say it like: Inf-lat-ed

The correct spelling is inflated. To enlarge an object by pushing air (or a gas) into it; to raise or expand abnormally For example: "You inflate a balloon by blowing air into it."

Usage Examples

You inflate a balloon by blowing air into it.

The balloon will inflate if you blow into it.

to inflate somebody with pride or vanity

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To enlarge an object by pushing air (or a gas) into it; to raise or expand abnormally
  2. 2.To enlarge by filling with air (or a gas).
  3. 3.To swell; to puff up.
  4. 4.To decompress (data) that was previously deflated.

adjective

  1. 1.Filled with air or fluid
  2. 2.Expanded; in a state of inflation, of abnormally increased size, amount, etc.
  3. 3.: In a state of higher cost.
  4. 4.Pompous; arrogant (of a person or ego)
  5. 5.Containing excessive, meaningless words, particularly for show

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