flame

[fleɪm]

flame Definition

  • 1a hot glowing body of ignited gas that is generated by something on fire
  • 2a strong feeling of passion or love

Using flame: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "flame" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The flame of the candle flickered in the breeze.

  • Example

    The house was engulfed in flames.

  • Example

    He still held a flame for his ex-girlfriend.

  • Example

    She felt a flame of anger rise within her.

flame Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for flame

Antonyms for flame

Idioms Using flame

  • to suddenly catch fire

    Example

    The car burst into flames after crashing into the tree.

  • carry a torch (for someone)

    to have romantic feelings for someone who does not reciprocate those feelings

    Example

    He's been carrying a torch for her since high school, but she's never shown any interest in him.

  • an online argument that becomes very heated and hostile

    Example

    The discussion forum quickly devolved into a flame war, with insults and personal attacks flying back and forth.

Phrases with flame

  • to make a bad situation worse, especially by encouraging arguments or violence

    Example

    The politician's speech only served to fan the flames of hatred and division.

  • to be destroyed by fire

    Example

    The old warehouse went up in flames, destroying everything inside.

  • to fail suddenly and completely

    Example

    The young athlete flamed out after a promising start to his career.

Origins of flame

from Old English 'flamme'

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Summary: flame in Brief

The term 'flame' [fleɪm] refers to a hot glowing body of ignited gas, often generated by something on fire. It also denotes a strong feeling of passion or love, as in 'He still held a flame for his ex-girlfriend.' Phrases like 'fan the flames' and 'go up in flames' extend the metaphorical use of 'flame,' while idioms like 'carry a torch (for someone)' and 'flame war' highlight its emotional connotations.

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