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Definition of inflame

inflame

/ɪnˈfleɪm/
in · flame
Adjective:inflammatory
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Past Simple:inflamed
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Past Participle:inflamed
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Present Participle:inflaming
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• verb

1

To provoke or intensify strong feelings, especially anger, passion, or resentment, in someone.

Example

"The speaker's controversial remarks served only to inflame the already tense crowd."

2

To cause bodily tissue or an organ to become red, swollen, hot, and painful, typically as a reaction to injury, infection, or irritation.

Example

"Harsh chemicals in the detergent can easily inflame sensitive skin."

3

To set on fire, cause to catch fire, or light up as if with flames.

Example

"The setting sun began to inflame the western horizon with brilliant shades of crimson and gold."

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• Rhymes for inflame

• Nearby Words

infirmary
infirmity
infirmly
inflame
inflamed
inflammability
inflammable

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the 14th century from Old French enflammer, from Latin inflammāre ('to set on fire'), formed from in- ('into') and flamma ('flame').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Inflame. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/inflame
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