inflame
verb
- 1
become inflamed; get sore
His throat inflamed
- 2
cause inflammation in
The repetitive motion inflamed her joint
- 3
arouse or excite feelings and passions
The ostentatious way of living of the rich ignites the hatred of the poor
The refugees' fate stirred up compassion around the world
- 4
cause to start burning
The setting sun kindled the sky with oranges and reds
- 5
catch fire
The dried grass of the prairie kindled, spreading the flames for miles
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