Word Meaning

inflame definition and meaning

v. t. To set on fire; to kindle; to cause to burn, flame, or glow.
v. t. Fig.: To kindle or intensify, as passion or appetite; to excite to an excessive or unnatural action or heat; as, to inflame desire.
v. t. To provoke to anger or rage; to exasperate; to irritate; to incense; to enrage.
v. t. To put in a state of inflammation; to produce morbid heat, congestion, or swelling, of; as, to inflame the eyes by overwork.
v. t. To exaggerate; to enlarge upon.
v. i. To grow morbidly hot, congested, or painful; to become angry or incensed.

Crossword clues for inflame

- Aggravate
- Arouse passion in sweetheart
- Arouse to violent emotion
- Ignite
- Impassion
- Kindle or excite
- Stir up (situation)