Definition

To become larger or swollen, often due to excess air or liquid.

Example

After eating too much, I felt my stomach bloat.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Have you noticed how the prices seem to bloat every year?

I know, right? It's getting out of hand!

Yeah, it's like everything is becoming more expensive without reason.

Exactly! I really hope it doesn't get any worse.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

An increase in size or volume, often due to excessive gas or growth, which can occur in animals or in a figurative sense, such as in organizations or expenses.

Example

The company faced issues with corporate bloat, leading to unnecessary expenses and inefficiencies.

Conversation

Have you noticed any bloat in the budget this month?

Yeah, it seems like we have a lot of unnecessary expenses.

I think we should cut down on some of that bloat to save money.

Definition

To make something swell or become larger, often due to the presence of gas or liquid.

Example

The doctor warned that eating too much salt can bloat your stomach.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Have you noticed how that old balloon just seems to bloat over time?

Yeah, it looks like it might pop any minute now!

I wonder if it’s because of the heat making the air inside expand and bloat it more.

Root Explanation

Bloat → The word 'bloat' originates from Middle English 'bloten', meaning to swell or puff up, which is derived from Old English 'blōtan', meaning to swell or to cause to swell. The word describes the act of swelling or becoming inflated.

Memory Tip

Imagine something swelling up or puffing out — that's what 'bloat' means, as it comes from the idea of something becoming larger.

Visually Confused Words