Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

ballooning

noun
/bəˈluːnɪŋ/
Definition
The act or process of inflating or rising like a balloon.
Examples
  • She watched the ballooning of the hot air balloon as it ascended into the sky.
  • The ballooning of the company’s expenses raised concerns among the management.
  • During the festival, there were events related to ballooning and skydiving.
Meaning
Ballooning refers to the behavior of something that expands or rises into the air, similar to how a balloon inflates and floats. It can also mean a sudden increase in size or quantity.
Synonyms
  • inflation
  • expansion
  • rise
  • soaring