Ablaze

/əˈbleɪz/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Burning fiercely; on fire.

The old building was ablaze, sending flames shooting into the night sky.

Brightly lit or illuminated; filled with light.

The sky was ablaze with color as the sun set over the horizon.

Full of emotion or enthusiasm; passionate.

She spoke with an ablaze spirit, inspiring everyone in the room.

Middle English, from the phrase 'a blaze', meaning 'in flames'.

ablaze with happiness

extremely happy or joyful.

set ablaze

to ignite or catch fire.

flame

a hot glowing body of ignited gas that is generated by a chemical reaction.

fire

the phenomenon of combustion manifested in light, flame, and heat.

Highly excited or energetic.

That party was ablaze, everyone was dancing!

Attractive or stunning.

She looked ablaze in that dress!