Deflation

Synonyms of deflation

• decrease
• reduction
• shrinkage

Antonyms of deflation

• expansion
• growth
• inflation

Collocations of deflation

economic deflation

Frequency: 80 %

The country experienced economic deflation due to a decrease in consumer spending.

deflationary pressure

Frequency: 70 %

The central bank intervened to counter deflationary pressure in the economy.

deflationary spiral

Frequency: 65 %

The economy entered a deflationary spiral as prices continued to drop.

deflationary policies

Frequency: 60 %

The government implemented deflationary policies to combat falling prices.

deflationary environment

Frequency: 50 %

Businesses struggled in the deflationary environment as consumers held back on spending.

Idiomatic Expressions for deflation

• Phrase: Deflationary spiral
  Meaning: A situation in which falling prices lead to lower production, lower wages, and further price decreases, creating a self-reinforcing cycle of economic decline.
  Usage: The country's economy entered a deflationary spiral due to a decrease in consumer spending.