Deflation

noun

/dɪˈfleɪʃən/

Word Frequency: 1.0

Definitions

1.nounAn act or instance of deflating.

"The loss caused utter deflation and disappointment among the fans."

2.nounA decrease in the general price level, that is, in the nominal cost of goods and services as well as wages.

3.nounAn economic contraction.

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