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INFLAMES

(verb)

Definitions

There are 5 meanings of the word Inflames.

Inflames - as a verb

Cause inflammation in

Example: "The repetitive motion inflamed her joint"

Catch fire

Example: "The dried grass of the prairie kindled, spreading the flames for miles"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
kindle

Cause to start burning

Example: "The setting sun kindled the sky with oranges and reds"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
conflagrateenkindlekindle
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
ignitelight
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Arouse or excite feelings and passions

Example: "The ostentatious way of living of the rich ignites the hatred of the poor"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
fire upheatignitestir upwake
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
arouseelicitenkindleevokefirekindleprovokeraise
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Become inflamed; get sore

Example: "His throat inflamed"

Example Sentences

"His inflammatory comments inflames the tensions between the two countries."
"The politician's speech inflames the crowd and incites violence."
"Her provocative behavior inflames the situation and causes further conflict."
"The inflammatory article inflames public opinion and stirs up controversy."
"His constant criticism inflames his colleagues and creates a hostile work environment."
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Word Game Points

Is INFLAMES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, inflames is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

INFLAMES has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

Is INFLAMES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, inflames is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
INFLAMES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.

Is INFLAMES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, inflames is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
INFLAMES has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.

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