aflame
8 synonyms for aflame, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — On fire or burning, often used figuratively for strong emotion or excitement.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use aflame
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
set aflame
aflame with passion
Etymology
From Middle English a-flame, combining the "a-" prefix ("on") with "flame," ultimately from Latin flamma.
Full origin of aflame →Frequently asked questions
What does “aflame” mean?
The word “aflame” means on fire or burning, often used figuratively for strong emotion or excitement. In plain terms, burning, or metaphorically filled with intense feeling or energy.
How do you pronounce “aflame”?
“Aflame” is pronounced uh-FLAYM (/əˈfleɪm/ in IPA).
How do you use “aflame” in a sentence?
Here is “aflame” used in a sentence: “The forest was aflame for days before the rain finally came.”
What part of speech is “aflame”?
“Aflame” is an adjective.
Where does the word “aflame” come from?
The word “aflame” comes from Latin. From Middle English a-flame, combining the "a-" prefix ("on") with "flame," ultimately from Latin flamma.
