deflationist
|de/fla/tion/ist|
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/dɪˈfleɪʃənɪst/
advocate of deflation
Etymology
Etymology Information
'deflationist' originates from the English word 'deflation,' combined with the suffix '-ist,' indicating a person who advocates or supports a particular policy.
Historical Evolution
'Deflation' comes from the Latin word 'deflare,' meaning 'to blow away,' and the suffix '-ist' was added to form 'deflationist.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a person who supports deflation,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
an advocate or supporter of deflationary policies, especially in economics.
The deflationist argued that reducing prices would benefit the economy.
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Last updated: 2025/01/18 23:11