Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
inflame
verb
/ɪnˈfleɪm/
Definition
To provoke or intensify strong feelings or emotions, especially anger or passion.
Examples
- His comments only served to inflame the situation further.
- The speech inflamed the crowd with passion.
- Don’t inflame the debate by making overly critical comments.
Meaning
Inflame means to cause something to become more intense or to ignite a strong reaction.
Synonyms
- agitate
- incite
- provoke
- exacerbate
