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flare Antonyms

Opposite of flare

Because the opposite of flare shifts with each meaning, the 17 antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 5 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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• verb (Context 1)

To erupt or intensify abruptly (especially regarding emotions, temper, or violence).

Usage Example

"Tempers flared during the long and highly contested city council meeting."

Strongest
subside
die down
abate
Strong
calm
cool

• verb (Context 2)

To burn with a sudden, unsteady, or intense flame.

Usage Example

"The dying campfire flared suddenly when the dry pine needles caught alight."

Strongest
die down
go out
Strong
smolder
dim
fade

• noun (Context 3)

A gradual widening or outward curve in shape, particularly at the bottom of a garment or tubular object.

Usage Example

"The vintage trousers featured a dramatic taper starting just below the knee."

Strongest
taper
narrowing

• noun (Context 4)

A sudden exacerbation of a medical condition or an unexpected worsening of symptoms.

Usage Example

"She had to adjust her medication and rest after experiencing a painful arthritis remission."

Strongest
remission
Strong
abatement
recovery
relief

• verb (Context 5)

To gradually widen outward in shape.

Usage Example

"The elegant skirt is fitted tightly at the waist and flares out gracefully towards the hem."

Strongest
taper
narrow
Strong
constrict

Similar words to flare

Words similar to flare shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

flare-up
flare up
erupt
blaze
exacerbation
widen
flash
explode
See all synonyms of flare

• Nearby Words

flannel
flap
flappy
flare
flared
flash
flashback

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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Flare. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/flare
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