inferno
Inferno (noun) means a huge, raging fire. Example: “Firefighters battled the inferno for six hours before it was contained.”
How to use inferno
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA massive, out-of-control fire, or figuratively any hellishly intense situation.
Word forms
infernos plural
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Etymology
From Italian inferno, "hell," from Latin infernus. The "huge fire" meaning developed later, from the idea of hellfire.
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What does “inferno” mean?
The word “inferno” means a huge, raging fire. In plain terms, a massive, out-of-control fire, or figuratively any hellishly intense situation.
How do you pronounce “inferno”?
“Inferno” is pronounced ihn-FNOH (/ɪnˈfɝnoʊ/ in IPA).
How do you use “inferno” in a sentence?
Here is “inferno” used in a sentence: “Firefighters battled the inferno for six hours before it was contained.”
What is another word for “inferno”?
Words with a similar meaning to “inferno” include afterlife.
What part of speech is “inferno”?
“Inferno” is a noun.
Where does the word “inferno” come from?
The word “inferno” comes from Latin. From Italian inferno, "hell," from Latin infernus. The "huge fire" meaning developed later, from the idea of hellfire.
Is “inferno” a common word?
“Inferno” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “inferno” have?
“Inferno” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a huge, raging fire.
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