inflame

verb

  1. 1

    become inflamed; get sore

    His throat inflamed

  2. 2

    cause inflammation in

    The repetitive motion inflamed her joint

  3. 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. 4

    cause to start burning

    The setting sun kindled the sky with oranges and reds

  5. 5

    catch fire

    The dried grass of the prairie kindled, spreading the flames for miles

Synonyms

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