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Inflating

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

Definition

The definition of 'inflating' is the act of filling something with air or gas to make it expand in size.

Synonyms & similar words

balloon amplify billow expand inflate blowup deflate expanding swelling pumping filling expanding enlarging distending inflaming engorging tumefying augmenting amplifying magnifying enhancing increasing blowing stretching intensifying

Example sentences

  1. He is inflating the balloon by blowing into it.
  2. The tire needs inflating before we can use the bike.
  3. The air mattress is slowly inflating as we pump air into it.
  4. She is inflating her ego by bragging about her accomplishments.
  5. The prices are inflating due to high demand.

Quotes

  • Success is not the key to happiness. Happiness is the key to success. If you love what you are doing, you will be successful in inflating your own happiness bubble. - Unknown
  • Inflating your ego is easy. Deflating it takes effort. - Tony Dovale
  • Inflating your self-importance will never impress anyone else. - Wayne Gerard Trotman

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