noun
firestorm
Firestorm (noun) means a massive fire that generates and is fed by its own strong winds. Example: “The bombing raid triggered a firestorm that engulfed the city center.”
noun
1
A massive fire that generates and is fed by its own strong winds.
"The bombing raid triggered a firestorm that engulfed the city center."
2
A sudden, intense burst of public anger or controversy.
"The politician's comment set off a firestorm on social media."
How to use firestorm
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA raging, self-feeding fire, or figuratively an explosion of outrage.
Common pairings
spark a firestorm
political firestorm
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Word forms
- Plural
- firestorms
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Etymology
From fire and storm.
Synonyms
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Frequently asked questions
What does “firestorm” mean?
The word “firestorm” means a massive fire that generates and is fed by its own strong winds. In plain terms, a raging, self-feeding fire, or figuratively an explosion of outrage.
How do you use “firestorm” in a sentence?
Here is “firestorm” used in a sentence: “The bombing raid triggered a firestorm that engulfed the city center.”
What is another word for “firestorm”?
Words with a similar meaning to “firestorm” include conflagration.
What part of speech is “firestorm”?
“Firestorm” is a noun.
How many meanings does “firestorm” have?
“Firestorm” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a massive fire that generates and is fed by its own strong winds.
