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Meaning of conflagration
A large, intense, and uncontrolled fire that destroys or damages a significant area or structure.
Etymology of conflagration
The word "conflagration" comes from the Latin "conflagratio", which is derived from "con" (meaning "together") and "flagratio" (meaning "to burn"), and the suffix "-ion" (forming a noun indicating a process or state)
Historically, the term has been used to describe large and destructive fires, as well as metaphorical states of intense emotion or activity
Synonyms
blaze
fire
inferno
combustion
flames
burning
flare
explosion
ignition
sparks
embers
glow
heat
scorch
singe
torch
bonfire
wildfire
conflagration
blaze
holocaust
incendiarism
arson
pyromania
flame
flammable
ignition
kindle
burn
scorch
sear
char
reduces to ashes
destruction by fire
fiery
burning
fiery passion
fervent
ardent
zealous
enthusiastic
passionate
intense
fervid
blazing
roaring
raging
turbulent
stormy
fiery
inflamed
ablaze
afire
alight
aglow
fiery
incandescent
radiant
resplendent
dazzling
glowing
smoldering
simmering
fiery
heated
passionate
excited
animated
fervent
vehement
wild
furious
uncontrolled
unrestrained
violent
fierce
ferocious
savage
brutal
merciless
relentless
pitiless
cruel
merciless
heartless
ruthless
inexorable
unyielding
uncompromising
unrelenting
Definitions
- A large and intense fire, typically one that destroys a significant area or structure
- A state of widespread and intense excitement, activity, or emotion, often characterized by uncontrolled or violent behavior
Usage Examples
- The city was devastated by a massive conflagration that destroyed several city blocks
- The conflagration of emotions that followed the announcement was intense and overwhelming
- The wildfire spread rapidly, causing a conflagration that threatened to engulf the entire town
Antonyms
extinguish
quench
dampen
calm
soothe
pacify
tranquilize
quiet
still
silence
hush
extinguishment
quenching
dampening
calming
pacification
tranquility
quietness
stillness
silence
serenity
peacefulness
composure
equanimity
coolness
coldness
indifference
apathy
lethargy
stagnation
inactivity
dormancy
numbness
insensibility