Ballooner

A 'ballooner' is an informal term, primarily used in sports and general conversation, describing something that ascends or inflates excessively. It often denotes an action or object that rises high, either physically like a ball in baseball, or figuratively representing an inflated or exaggerated element like a high price. The context dictates the specifics, but the core meaning always suggests an upward trajectory or an excessive expansion. The word carries an inherent implication of being excessive or, at times, unexpected, and that is not always welcome. When related to a person, it can describe an individual who talks excessively or makes exaggerated claims. Finally, a 'ballooner' represents something that quickly grows, expands or inflates like an actual balloon. This word is mostly seen in sports and news articles, sometimes it is used to spice up common language.

Ballooner meaning with examples

• The batter launched a towering ballooner that the center fielder misjudged, resulting in a triple. (Baseball)
• The company’s valuation saw a ballooner last quarter, which was not sustainable due to a market decline. (Finance)
• After the accident, the lawyer's bill was a ballooner of costs that was not justifiable. (Legal)
• The politician's claims quickly turned into a ballooner and it cost them greatly in the following election. (Politics)
• The comedian delivered a punchline with a theatrical ballooner, drawing laughter from the audience. (Entertainment)