Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
inflame-the-situation
verb
/ɪnˈfleɪm ðə sɪtʃuːˈeɪʃən/
Definition
To provoke or intensify strong feelings or hostility in a particular situation.
Examples
- His comments were meant to inflame the situation during the debate.
- Instead of calming down, the protest only served to inflame the situation further.
- She saw that the rumor could inflame the situation and decided to confront it directly.
Meaning
To make a situation worse by causing anger or strong emotions.
Synonyms
- agitate
- incite
- arouse
- exacerbate
- provoke
