Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
deflated
adjective
/dɪˈfleɪtɪd/
Definition
To have lost air or gas, resulting in a reduced volume or pressure.
Examples
- After the party, the balloons were all deflated.
- He felt deflated after receiving the critique of his work.
Meaning
Deflated refers to something that has been emptied of its air or gas, leading to a flatter appearance. It can also describe feeling less confident or more disheartened.
Synonyms
- flattened
- collapsed
- emaciated
