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    Meaning of Inflame

    to make someone or something angry or excited

    Definitions

    • to make someone feel very angry or excited
    • * to make a part of the body red, swollen, and painful, especially as a result of infection or injury
    • * to make a situation or problem worse

    Etymology of Inflame

    The word "inflame" comes from the Old French word "enflamer", which is derived from "en-" (meaning "to make" or "to cause") and "flam" (meaning "fire" or "flame"), and is related to the Latin word "inflammare", which means "to set on fire"
    Historically, the word has been used to describe both physical and emotional states of being "on fire" or intensely aroused

    Example Uses

    • The politician's speech inflamed the crowd with passion and energy
    • * The infection inflamed the wound, making it red and painful
    • * The news of the scandal inflamed public opinion, leading to widespread outrage

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