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Synonyms & Similar Words
ignite
kindle
spark
fuel
fan
provoke
irritate
annoy
aggravate
infuriate
enrage
incense
inflame
excite
arouse
stir
stimulate
instigate
instill
motivate
energize
animate
invigorate
revitalize
refresh
rejuvenate
revive
awaken
agitate
disturb
perturb
upset
ruffle
anger
outrage
infuriate
exasperate
vex
irk
gall
nettle
rile
peeve
miff
incite
goad
prod
urge
impel
drive
push
prompt
encourage
inspire
impassion
fire
enthuse
exhilarate
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