The Opposite(Antonym) of “flameproof”
The antonyms of flameproof are flammable and inflammable. These antonyms describe materials that can catch fire easily and those that cannot.
Explore all Antonyms of “flameproof”
Definitions and Examples of flammable, inflammable
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
Easily ignited and capable of burning quickly.
Example
The gasoline is highly flammable and should be stored in a safe place.
Capable of being easily set on fire; combustible.
Example
The curtains were made of inflammable material, so the fire spread quickly.
Key Differences: flammable vs inflammable
- 1Flammable and inflammable are synonyms and mean the same thing.
- 2Flameproof is the opposite of both flammable and inflammable.
Effective Usage of flammable, inflammable
- 1Safety Instructions: Use flammable and inflammable to warn people about materials that can catch fire easily.
- 2Product Labels: Use flameproof to indicate that a product is resistant to fire.
- 3Emergency Situations: Use these antonyms to describe the flammability of materials during emergency situations.
Remember this!
The antonyms of flameproof are flammable and inflammable. Flammable and inflammable are synonyms and mean the same thing. Flameproof is the opposite of both flammable and inflammable. Use these words to give safety instructions, label products, and describe the flammability of materials during emergency situations.
