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Definition of deflated

deflated

/dɪˈfleɪ.tɪd/
de · flat · ed
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• adjective

1

Having been emptied of air or gas, resulting in a collapsed, flattened, or shrunken state.

Example

"We discovered a deflated tire on the bicycle right before our morning ride."

2

Feeling suddenly deprived of confidence, enthusiasm, or self-esteem; dispirited.

Example

"The athletes felt completely deflated after losing the championship in the final seconds."

3

Having experienced a reduction in price levels, economic value, or financial volume.

Example

"Investors purchased several properties in the deflated housing market."

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• Rhymes for deflated

• Nearby Words

definitiveness
definitude
deflate
deflated
deflation
deflationary
deflect

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the late 19th century as a participial adjective from the verb 'deflate', modeled on 'inflate' from Latin 'de-' (away, down) and 'flare' (to blow).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Deflated. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/deflated
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