Meaning & Definition of word "Inflamed"

Inflamed

/ɪnˈfleɪmd/

adjective:

  • 1. Characterized by redness, heat, swelling, and pain as a response to injury or infection.
    • Example: The inflamed joint was causing her significant discomfort.
  • 2. Made more intense or excited; heightened in feeling or emotion.
    • Example: His inflamed passion for music drove him to practice tirelessly.
  • 3. In a state of being subjected to inflammation.
    • Example: 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 of inflamed

Meaning: Heated argument.

Example Sentence: Their discussion turned into an inflamed debate.

Meaning: Intense emotional response.

Example Sentence: She had an inflamed reaction to the news.