disinflationary
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/ˌdɪsɪnˈfleɪʃəˌnɛri/
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/ˌdɪsɪnˈfleɪʃənəri/
reducing inflation
Etymology
Etymology Information
'disinflationary' originates from the prefix 'dis-' meaning 'apart' or 'away' and 'inflationary,' which relates to inflation.
Historical Evolution
The term 'disinflationary' evolved from the economic term 'disinflation,' which was used to describe a slowing down of inflation rates.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'reducing inflation,' and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to or causing disinflation, which is a reduction in the rate of inflation.
The central bank's policies were disinflationary, aiming to slow down the rising prices.
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Last updated: 2025/01/18 09:08