Synonyms for

Deflated

Verb / dɪˈfleɪtɪd / Another word for deflated — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to let air or gas out of something, causing it to become smaller or less full

Synonyms & similar words

chopfallen puncture crestfallen deflate inflate chapfallen flatten reduce decrease lower diminish shrink contract compress empty drain release uninflate subside collapse

Example sentences

  1. The football lost its air and deflated.
  2. She deflated the air mattress so it could fit in the closet.
  3. The balloon deflated slowly after the party.
  4. I felt deflated after failing my math test.
  5. The coach's harsh words deflated the team's confidence.

Quotes

  • I feel like my life is deflating like a balloon. - Miranda Lambert
  • Love is a balloon that can either be inflated or deflated. - Maddy Malhotra
  • I feel like I've been deflated like a balloon. - Darrell Royal

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