deflated
|de-flat-ed|
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/dɪˈfleɪtɪd/
(deflate)
reduce air or importance
Etymology
Etymology Information
'deflate' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'deflare,' where 'de-' meant 'down' and 'flare' meant 'to blow.'
Historical Evolution
'deflare' transformed into the French word 'déflater,' and eventually became the modern English word 'deflate' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to blow air out of something,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to reduce in size or importance.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
past tense or past participle form of 'deflate'.
The balloon deflated quickly.
Adjective 1
having lost confidence, hope, or optimism.
After the defeat, the team felt deflated.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41