Pronunciation

/bəˈluːn/

Definitions

Noun

A balloon is a lightweight, flexible bag filled with gas or air that can be inflated and held aloft, typically for amusement or transportation purposes. It is often made of rubber or a synthetic material.

Verb

To inflate a balloon is to fill it with air or a gas to make it expand and rise. In a figurative sense, it can mean to rapidly increase in size, popularity, or importance.

Noun (pl.) & Verb (transitive)

To go up a balloon or rise like a balloon means to ascend or move quickly in value or status.

Phrases

• “Let go of the balloon” implies releasing the grip on a floating object.
• “Balloon festival” is an event showcasing various types of balloons.
• “A hot air balloon ride” refers to a leisure activity where passengers float in a basket attached to a large, heated balloon.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The children’s faces lit up when they saw the colorful balloons floating in the sky.”
• Verb: “He carefully inflated the party balloons before attaching them to the strings.”
• Noun: “The stock market went up a balloon after the company announced strong earnings.”

Synonyms

• Airship
• Aerostat
• Montgolfière
• Ballooning
• Ascender

Antonyms

• Descend
• Deflate
• Sink