Definitions
There are 5 meanings of the word
Inflame.
How to pronounce inflame:
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Inflame - as a verb
Cause inflammation in
Example: "The repetitive motion inflamed her joint"
Catch fire
Example: "The dried grass of the prairie kindled, spreading the flames for miles"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
kindle11Cause to start burning
Example: "The setting sun kindled the sky with oranges and reds"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
conflagrate17enkindle13kindle11Hypernyms (Closely Related)
ignite7light9Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Arouse or excite feelings and passions
Example: "The ostentatious way of living of the rich ignites the hatred of the poor"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
fire upheat7ignite7stir upwake11Hypernyms (Closely Related)
arouse6elicit8enkindle13evoke12fire7kindle11provoke16raise5Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Become inflamed; get sore
Example: "His throat inflamed"
Example Sentences
"Her inflammatory remarks only served to inflame the situation further."
"The politician's speech inflamed the crowd into violent protests."
"The rebel's words inflamed the villagers' anger against the oppressive regime."
"His provocative behavior served to inflame tensions between the two groups."
"The controversial article inflamed public opinion and sparked a nationwide debate."
Word Game Points
Is INFLAME a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, inflame is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
INFLAME has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.
Is INFLAME a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, inflame is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordINFLAME has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.
Is INFLAME a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, inflame is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordINFLAME has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.
