inflation
noun
a persistent, substantial rise in the general level of prices related to an increase in the volume of money and resulting in the loss of value of currency (opposed to deflation).
overinflation
-
a word derived from
inflation.
Example Sentences
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The two men discuss Brady’s preferences for the inflation level of footballs, and his dissatisfaction in a particular case of overinflation; McNally specifically requests Jastremski’s help in obtaining signed memorabilia from Tom Brady.
From The New Yorker ● May 6, 2015
What's crazy about the overinflation of Manning's credentials is that it runs against the nature of the league.
From Slate ● Jan. 26, 2012
