Inflation

Synonyms of inflation

• escalation
• rise
• price increase

Antonyms of inflation

• decrease
• reduction
• deflation

Collocations of inflation

high inflation

Frequency: 80 %

The country is experiencing high inflation rates, causing prices to skyrocket.

low inflation

Frequency: 75 %

The central bank aims to maintain low inflation to ensure stable economic growth.

inflation rate

Frequency: 70 %

The inflation rate for this quarter is lower than expected.

inflationary pressures

Frequency: 65 %

The government is facing inflationary pressures due to rising energy costs.

hyperinflation

Frequency: 60 %

Hyperinflation can lead to economic collapse if not controlled.

Idiomatic Expressions for inflation

• Phrase: inflate prices
  Meaning: to raise the cost of goods or services due to economic factors such as inflation
  Usage: The restaurant had to inflate prices to keep up with rising food costs.