Inflamed

/ɪnˈfleɪmd/

Meaning & Definition

adjective
Characterized by redness, heat, swelling, and pain as a response to injury or infection.
The inflamed joint was causing her significant discomfort.
Made more intense or excited; heightened in feeling or emotion.
His inflamed passion for music drove him to practice tirelessly.
In a state of being subjected to inflammation.
The inflamed tissue required immediate medical attention.

Etymology

Derived from Latin 'inflamare', meaning to set on fire.

Common Phrases and Expressions

inflamed passions
Strong and intense emotions.
inflamed ego
An exaggerated sense of self-importance.
inflamed rhetoric
Exaggerated or passionate language.

Related Words

inflammation
A localized physical condition characterized by redness, heat, swelling, and pain.
flare-up
A sudden increase in severity of a condition.
irritation
The state of being annoyed or inflamed.

Slang Meanings

Heated argument.
Their discussion turned into an inflamed debate.
Intense emotional response.
She had an inflamed reaction to the news.