self-inflating

adjective

self-in·​flat·​ing ˌself-in-ˈflā-tiŋ How to pronounce self-inflating (audio)
1
: capable of inflating itself
self-inflating life rafts
a self-inflating resuscitator
2
: acting or intended to portray oneself as more impressive, successful, or important than one really is : self-aggrandizing
a self-inflating blowhard
… makes self-inflating claims that are demonstrably untrue.Phil Mushnick
Accuracy and credibility are the essence of being a journalist. There is no room for self-inflating stories, falsehoods or even mixed-up memories.The Statesman Journal (Salem, Oregon) (online)
self-inflation noun
… the enduring folly of misplaced ambition, phony posturing, social climbing and self-inflation. Marlise Simons
It should include automatic CO2 self-inflation and a manual top-up tube in case the automatic system fails … Chris Beeson

Examples of self-inflating in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web This incredibly lightweight, self-inflating pad doesn’t require you to pack an air pump, either. Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 9 Aug. 2024 Double self-inflating sleeping pad This self-inflating sleeping pad is ideal for a couple who wants to share the bed, but not have to lay on the floor. Jamie Spain, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 July 2024 This double-sized, self-inflating King Camp mattress, on sale for around $62 at Target, includes two pillows for better rest when camping. Nora Colomer, Fox News, 26 June 2024 The bundle comes with a sleeping bag built for temperatures down to 40 degrees, plus a self-inflating air pad to layer underneath. Emily Pennington, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Apr. 2023 For self-inflating pads, leave the pad semi-inflated with the valve open to allow circulation. Kevin Brouillard, Travel + Leisure, 21 Feb. 2024 This self-inflating seat is a lightweight option that is perfect for local fields and concerts that may not have a ton of seating provided. Katherine Alex Beaven, Travel + Leisure, 10 Oct. 2023 Gukkicco Camping Sleeping Pad $80 $50 Being adequately prepared for your camping excursion is key to actually enjoying your time in the woods, and this self-inflating sleeping pad will give you the best night of sleep possible with minimal effort setting it up. Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 19 Aug. 2023 The Best Super-Comfy Car Camping Pad Photograph: Thermarest Therm-a-Rest MondoKing $240 at Therm-a-Rest $240 at Amazon Therm-a-Rest invented the self-inflating camping mattress. WIRED, 18 June 2023

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Word History

First Known Use

1835, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of self-inflating was in 1835

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“Self-inflating.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/self-inflating. Accessed 31 Oct. 2024.

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