inflated
|in-flat-ed|
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/ɪnˈfleɪtɪd/
(inflate)
fill with air
Etymology
Etymology Information
'inflated' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'inflatus,' where 'in-' meant 'into' and 'flare' meant 'to blow.'
Historical Evolution
'inflatus' transformed into the Old French word 'enfler,' and eventually became the modern English word 'inflate' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to blow into or swell,' but over time it evolved into its current meanings of 'exaggerated' and 'increased in size.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
exaggerated or made to seem more important than it is.
The company's inflated claims about its product were misleading.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45