Definitions
There are 15 meanings of the word
Flare.
How to pronounce flare:
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Flare - as a noun
A sudden burst of flame
A burst of light used to communicate or illuminate
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Reddening of the skin spreading outward from a focus of infection or irritation
A sudden recurrence or worsening of symptoms
Example: "A colitis flare"
A sudden eruption of intense high-energy radiation from the sun's surface; associated with sunspots and radio interference
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An unwanted reflection in an optical system (or the fogging of an image that is caused by such a reflection)
A sudden outburst of emotion
Example: "She felt a flare of delight"
A device that produces a bright light for warning or illumination or identification
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A short forward pass to a back who is running toward the sidelines
Example: "He threw a flare to the fullback who was tackled for a loss"
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(baseball) a fly ball hit a short distance into the outfield
Flare - as a verb
Burn brightly
Example: "Every star seemed to flare with new intensity"
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Become flared and widen, usually at one end
Example: "The bellbottom pants flare out"
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Shine with a sudden light
Example: "The night sky flared with the massive bombardment"
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Erupt or intensify suddenly
Example: "Unrest erupted in the country"
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Example Sentences
"The flare of the match ignited the candle."
"The colorful flare lit up the night sky."
"He wore a bright red flare to attract attention."
"Her sudden flare of anger caught everyone off guard."
"The car's exhaust had a noticeable flare as it accelerated."
Word Game Points
Is FLARE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, flare is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
FLARE has a SCRABBLE points total of 8.
Is FLARE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, flare is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordFLARE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 9.
Is FLARE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, flare is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordFLARE has a WORDFEUD points total of 8.
