INFLAMES Meaning and
Definition
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The verb "inflames" refers to the act of fueling or intensifying strong emotions, arguments, or conflicts. It involves provoking or exacerbating hostile feelings, anger, or resentment in someone or within a group. When someone or something "inflames" a situation, it means they are deliberately adding fuel to the fire, making the situation worse or more heated than it already is.
Typically used in a figurative sense, "inflames" suggests the deliberate act of stirring up passions, animosity, or controversy. People or actions that inflame often incite or provoke, intentionally triggering a strong emotional response. This term often alludes to intensifying negative emotions, such as anger, hatred, or outrage, rather than diffusing or calming them.
The word "inflames" is commonly used in contexts related to politics, social issues, or contentious debates, where certain statements, actions, or events provoke intense reactions and generate further conflict or disagreement. Its underlying meaning conveys the idea of setting something on fire metaphorically, with the intention of causing a heated reaction. Consequently, "inflames" implies an exacerbation or heightening of tensions, fostering an atmosphere of hostility or discord. It is important to note, however, that the term can also be used in a neutral context, not necessarily implying any negative connotations, but rather describing the act of amping up or stimulating emotions, both positive and negative, in a given situation.
Common Misspellings for INFLAMES
Etymology of INFLAMES
The word "inflames" derives from the Latin word "inflammare", which is a combination of the prefix "in-" (meaning "into" or "in") and the verb "flammare" (meaning "to set on fire"). Therefore, "inflames" essentially means "to set on fire" or "to ignite". Over time, the English word "inflames" has evolved from its Latin roots to refer to the act of causing anger or excitement.
Similar spelling words for INFLAMES
- inflame,
- inflated,
- in play,
- inflammable,
- in place,
- inflates,
- inflamed,
- inflatable,
- inflater,
- in a flash,
- inflator,
- inflate,
- inflaming,
- in full.
Conjugate verb Inflames
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