Deflation

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Deflation is negative inflation.

Definitions

According to Principles of Economics by Timothy Taylor (3rd edition),

Deflation. Negative inflation.

According to Macroeconomics by Mankiw (7th edition),

Deflation. A decrease in the overall level of prices. (Cf. disinflation, inflation.)