Pronunciation: /loʊˈfleɪʃən/
noun a combination of the words 'low' and 'inflation', referring to a period of low inflation rates
A1 Lowflation means prices are rising slowly.
A2 The country is experiencing lowflation, with inflation rates staying below 2%.
B1 Economists are concerned about the impact of lowflation on consumer spending.
B2 Central banks are implementing policies to combat lowflation and stimulate economic growth.
C1 Lowflation can lead to deflationary pressures in the economy, causing a decrease in overall demand.
C2 The government is closely monitoring the situation to prevent a prolonged period of lowflation that could harm the economy.
formal The central bank is closely monitoring the phenomenon of lowflation in the economy.
informal People are starting to worry about lowflation because it could affect their purchasing power.
slang Lowflation is when prices stay low, but it's not necessarily a good thing for everyone.
figurative In the current economic climate, lowflation is like walking a tightrope - it can be precarious if not managed carefully.
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