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Meaning of flame
The primary meaning of the word "flame" is a hot, glowing body of ignited gas or vapor.
Etymology of flame
The word "flame" originates from Old French "flame", derived from Latin "flamma", which is related to "flagrare", meaning to burn
Historically, the word has been used to describe fire or burning since the 13th century, with its metaphorical uses developing later
Synonyms
blaze
fire
inferno
conflagration
combustion
spark
ember
glow
heat
warmth
light
radiance
burn
scorch
flare
flash
flicker
shimmer
shine
glare
beam
ray
ignition
combustion
incandescence
incendiary
pyre
bonfire
sparkler
flamelet
flamber
burnish
blazelet
flashpoint
fireside
hearthfire
holocaust
wildfire
forestfire
brushfire
prairie fire
Definitions
- A hot, glowing body of ignited gas or vapor, typically emitting light and heat
- A strong, passionate feeling, especially love or enthusiasm
- A brightly colored or patterned mark or design
Usage Examples
- The flame from the candle lit up the room
- Her passion for music was like a flame that burned brightly
- The flame on the Olympic torch symbolized the spirit of the games
Antonyms
darkness
coldness
chill
frost
freeze
iciness
numbness
frigidity
gloom
shadow
dimness
dullness
faintness
obscurity
extinction
quenching
smothering
stifling
dampening
calming
soothing
cooling
moderating
mitigating
alleviating