inflated
adjective
in·flat·ed
in-ˈflā-təd 
1
: distended with air or gas
2
: expanded to an abnormal or unjustifiable volume or level
inflated prices
3
: elaborated or heightened by artificial or empty means
an inflated style of writing
4
: being hollow and enlarged or distended
Examples of inflated in a Sentence
a writer with an inflated reputation
an inflated style of writing
She objects to the inflated salaries that many professional athletes now receive.
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The combination of inflated price and limited availability could curtail sales of eggs for the Easter holiday, ultimately affecting the demand for egg dye kits.
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Sarah Whitten, CNBC, 28 Feb. 2025
Francis then defrauded the U.S. government of at least $35 million by charging heavily inflated prices for routine services such as security, tugboats, trash removal, food and water replenishment.
—Alex Riggins, The Mercury News, 20 Feb. 2025
Meanwhile, scalpers who secured the GPUs have been listing them on eBay at inflated prices, from $1,400 to $1,600.
—Michael Kan, PCMAG, 20 Feb. 2025
Despite having already signed youngster Renato Veiga on loan from Chelsea for the rest of the season, Juventus’ desperation led them to negotiate a deal for Kelly at what many within recruitment circles feel was a significantly inflated price.
—Chris Waugh, The Athletic, 13 Feb. 2025
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Sarah Whitten, CNBC, 28 Feb. 2025
Francis then defrauded the U.S. government of at least $35 million by charging heavily inflated prices for routine services such as security, tugboats, trash removal, food and water replenishment.
—Alex Riggins, The Mercury News, 20 Feb. 2025
Meanwhile, scalpers who secured the GPUs have been listing them on eBay at inflated prices, from $1,400 to $1,600.
—Michael Kan, PCMAG, 20 Feb. 2025
Despite having already signed youngster Renato Veiga on loan from Chelsea for the rest of the season, Juventus’ desperation led them to negotiate a deal for Kelly at what many within recruitment circles feel was a significantly inflated price.
—Chris Waugh, The Athletic, 13 Feb. 2025
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“Inflated.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/inflated. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.
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