Synonyms for

Inflation

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

Definition

Inflation is the rate at which the general level of prices for goods and services is rising and, subsequently, purchasing power is falling.

Synonyms & similar words

risingprices splashiness puffiness ostentation pomposity deflation pompousness ostentatiousness pretentiousness escalation rise surge boom upswing spike swelling growth expansion hyperinflation inflationary

Synonyms by register

Formal

appreciation escalation increase rise

Informal

surge jump spike boom

Literary

swell inflationary tide

Antonyms

deflation contraction decrease reduction shrinkage tightening

Common collocations

  • high inflation
  • runaway inflation
  • combat inflation
  • inflation rate
  • price inflation
  • wage inflation
  • inflationary pressure

Word family

noun inflation
verb inflate
adjective inflationary
adverb inflationarily

Usage note

Primarily used in economics to describe a general increase in prices and fall in the purchasing value of money. Can also refer to the act of inflating something, like a balloon.

Example sentences

  1. The inflation rate in our country is currently at 5 percent.
  2. The cost of living has gone up due to inflation.
  3. The inflationary pressure has affected the economy negatively.
  4. Inflationary spiral can be harmful to the economy.
  5. Hyperinflation can lead to economic collapse.

Quotes

  • Inflation is taxation without legislation. - Milton Friedman
  • Inflation is as violent as a mugger, as frightening as an armed robber and as deadly as a hitman. - Ronald Reagan
  • Inflation is when you pay fifteen dollars for the ten-dollar haircut you used to get for five dollars when you had hair. - Sam Ewing

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