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Meaning of inflames
to arouse or intensify a strong feeling, especially anger or passion
Etymology of inflames
The word "inflames" comes from the Old French "enflamer", which is derived from "en-" (meaning "in" or "on") and "flamer" (meaning "to burn")
Historically, the word has been used to describe both literal and figurative fires, including strong emotions and passions
Synonyms
ignites
kindles
fires
sparks
arouses
provokes
incites
stirs
excites
inflames
enrages
angers
infuriates
enrages
exasperates
vexes
irritates
antagonizes
antagonises
goads
prompts
motivates
inspires
impassions
agitates
disturbes
unsettles
perturbs
ruffles
inflames
incenses
outrages
scandalizes
appalls
horrifies
disgusts
nauseates
repels
offends
Definitions
- to make someone feel a strong emotion, especially anger
- * to make a feeling or situation worse
- * to set something on fire
Usage Examples
- The politician's speech inflames the crowd with anger towards the government
- * The news of the scandal inflames public opinion against the company
- * The inflammatory remarks inflames the already tense situation