self-inflating
adjective
self-in·flat·ing
ˌself-in-ˈflā-tiŋ 
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
Phil MushnickAccuracy 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)
The Statesman Journal (Salem, Oregon) (online)
self-inflation
noun
… the enduring folly of misplaced ambition, phony posturing, social climbing and self-inflation.
—Marlise Simons
Marlise Simons
It should include automatic CO2 self-inflation and a manual top-up tube in case the automatic system fails …
—Chris Beeson
Chris Beeson
Examples of self-inflating in a Sentence
Recent Examples on the Web
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
On Mapp’s trips, that means spreading your sleeping bag on a state-of-the-art self-inflating sleeping pad.
—Peter Fish, Sunset Magazine, 19 Feb. 2023
For another cushioned surface, opt for a sleeping pad like this self-inflating one.
—Lauren Fischer, Travel + Leisure, 25 Apr. 2023
Look at ultra-light air pads or light-weight self-inflating pads.
—Leslie Hsu Oh, Travel + Leisure, 16 Feb. 2023
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
On Mapp’s trips, that means spreading your sleeping bag on a state-of-the-art self-inflating sleeping pad.
—Peter Fish, Sunset Magazine, 19 Feb. 2023
For another cushioned surface, opt for a sleeping pad like this self-inflating one.
—Lauren Fischer, Travel + Leisure, 25 Apr. 2023
Look at ultra-light air pads or light-weight self-inflating pads.
—Leslie Hsu Oh, Travel + Leisure, 16 Feb. 2023
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