word
stagflation
stag-FLAY-shun
stæɡˈfleɪʃənListen
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Syllable breakdown
stagflation
Dictionary meaning
An economic condition marked by slow growth, high unemployment, and rising prices.
History and origin
Blend of stagnation and inflation.
Examples
- Analysts debated whether persistent price shocks could trigger stagflation.
Common mispronunciations
STAG-flation
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