Definition of Inflame
Inflame
in·flame


Definition/Meaning
(verb)
to cause inflammation in (bodily tissue);

e.g. Infection will inflame the tissue, leaving redness and other tell-tale markers of its presence.

(verb)
to excite to a high degree of passion or uncontrollable action or feeling; provoke;

e.g. The offensive comments only served to inflame the public's hatred further.

(verb)
to light up as if with flames;

e.g. To inflame a torch.



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