disinflation

American  

[dis-in-fley-shuhn] / ˌdɪs ɪnˈfleɪ ʃən /

noun

Economics.

1. a period or process of slowing the rate of inflation.

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disinflation British  

/ ˌdɪsɪnˈfleɪʃən /

noun

1. economics a reduction or stabilization of the general price level intended to improve the balance of payments without incurring reductions in output, employment, and investment Compare deflation

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Other Word Forms

• disinflationary
  adjective

Etymology

Origin of disinflation

First recorded in 1875–80; dis- ¹ + inflation

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How does disinflation compare to similar and commonly confused words? Explore the most common comparisons:

• disinflation vs. deflation

Example Sentences

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disinflation

Federal Reserve Gov. Christopher Waller made a case for keeping rates on hold, calling for the patience to “give disinflation a chance.”

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 3, 2026

"The disinflation ducks are starting to line up, and with oil also backing off, the market has steadily stripped away the case for another near-term Fed hike."

From Barron's ● Aug. 14, 2026

"If we do not see signs of disinflation soon, I am prepared to act," Federal Reserve governor Lisa Cook told an event in Washington.

From Barron's ● Jul. 15, 2026

The Schwab strategists began pondering this three years ago as what they called the “great moderation” era — two decades of disinflation, suppressed volatility and reduced supply shocks — was over.

From MarketWatch ● Jul. 9, 2026

Federal Reserve governor Lisa Cook said she is prepared to raise interest rates if disinflation does not appear in a timely manner.

From The Wall Street Journal ● May 27, 2026