Flamboiement (en. Flaming)

/flɑ̃.bwa.j.mɑ̃/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
A phenomenon of bright light.
The flickering of the flames in the night was captivating.
Le flamboiement des flammes dans la nuit était captivant.
A striking intensity or brightness of a color.
The flamboyance of the colors at sunset was magnificent.
Le flamboiement des couleurs au coucher de soleil était magnifique.
An excessive brilliance or flamboyance.
His flamboyance at the party drew all eyes.
Son flamboiement à la fête a attiré tous les regards.

Etymology

Derived from the verb 'flamboier', itself derived from the Latin 'flambus' meaning 'flame'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

flamboyance of colors
Intensity and brilliance of visible colors, often during a sunset.
flamboiement des couleurs
fervor of passion
Fiery intensity of an emotion or feeling.
flamboiement de la passion

Related Words

torch
An object that serves to illuminate by producing a flame.
flambeau
flamboyant
Having bright colors, shining or attracting attention.
flamboyant
flammability
The ability of a material to catch fire easily.
flammabilité

Slang Meanings

To have a very ostentatious style.
He is always flamboyant in his way of dressing.
Il est toujours flamboiement dans sa manière de s'habiller.
To act exaggeratedly to attract attention.
She loves to be flamboyant when she arrives at a party.
Elle adore flamboiement quand elle arrive à une soirée.