inflame
/ɪnˈfleɪm/
verb
- To cause very strong feelings, especially anger or excitement, in someone.
- The politician's speech inflamed the crowd's anger.
- Her comments inflamed tensions between the two groups.
- The article inflamed public opinion against the new law.
- To make a part of the body become red, swollen, and painful, usually due to infection or injury.
- The infection inflamed his throat, making it hard to swallow.
- The doctor said the wound might inflame if not cleaned properly.
- Rubbing your eyes too much can inflame them.
- To set on fire; to cause something to burn.
- A spark can inflame dry grass very quickly.
- The arsonist used gasoline to inflame the building.
- The campers were careful not to inflame the forest.
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