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inflame

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Verb — To make a feeling, situation, or conflict more intense or heated.

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Etymology

From Latin inflammare, "to set on fire," from in- plus flamma ("flame").

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Frequently asked questions

What does “inflame” mean?

The word “inflame” means to make a feeling, situation, or conflict more intense or heated. In plain terms, to stir up strong feelings, or to cause swelling and irritation in the body.

How do you pronounce “inflame”?

“Inflame” is pronounced ihn-FLAYM (/ɪnˈfleɪ̯m/ in IPA).

How do you use “inflame” in a sentence?

Here is “inflame” used in a sentence: “The politician's comments only inflamed tensions between the two sides.”

What part of speech is “inflame”?

“Inflame” is a verb.

Where does the word “inflame” come from?

The word “inflame” comes from Latin. From Latin inflammare, "to set on fire," from in- plus flamma ("flame").

How many meanings does “inflame” have?

“Inflame” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to make a feeling, situation, or conflict more intense or heated.

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