Word Meaning

inflate definition and meaning

p. a. Blown in; inflated.
v. t. To swell or distend with air or gas; to dilate; to expand; to enlarge; as, to inflate a bladder; to inflate the lungs.
v. t. Fig.: To swell; to puff up; to elate; as, to inflate one with pride or vanity.
v. t. To cause to become unduly expanded or increased; as, to inflate the currency.
v. i. To expand; to fill; to distend.

Crossword clues for inflate

- Bloat
- Blow air into
- Blow up
- Fill with air
- Make bigger