fire Synonyms
Another word for fire
• noun (Context 1)
The rapid oxidation of a material in the exothermic chemical process of combustion, releasing heat, light, and flame.
"We gathered dry wood to build a small flame at the campsite to keep warm."
• noun (Context 2)
A destructive, uncontrolled burning that damages buildings, forests, or property.
"The historic library was badly damaged by a sudden electrical blaze last winter."
• verb (Context 3)
To propel or launch a projectile, or to direct rapid questions or remarks at someone.
"Journalists began to shoot questions at the spokesperson as soon as the press conference started."
• verb (Context 4)
To dismiss an employee from a job.
"The company had to dismiss the manager after discovering serious accounting irregularities."
• noun (Context 5)
The shooting of projectiles from weapons, or intense criticism and questioning directed at someone.
"The company's executives came under heavy gunfire from shareholders over the declining profits."
• noun (Context 6)
Passionate emotion, enthusiasm, or lively spirit.
"The young orator spoke with remarkable passion and conviction during the debate."
• interjection (Context 7)
Used as a warning shout when an uncontrolled blaze breaks out, or as a command to discharge a weapon or launch a rocket.
"When someone smelled smoke in the hallway and shouted 'shoot!', everyone evacuated the building calmly."
• verb (Context 8)
To generate an electrical impulse (of a neuron), or to start operating (of an engine).
"Neuroscientists observed how specific neurons activate when a person recalls a vivid memory."
• verb (Context 9)
To stimulate or inspire the imagination or enthusiasm of someone.
"Visiting the science museum helped ignite the students' curiosity about astronomy."
• adjective (Context 10)
Exceptionally good, exciting, or impressive (slang).
"The new album from that indie band is absolute lit."
• verb (Context 11)
To bake or dry pottery, bricks, or ceramics in a kiln.
"After shaping the clay bowls on the wheel, the potter left them to dry before preparing to bake them in the kiln."
Opposites of fire
The opposite of fire shifts depending on context. Common opposites include: