Meaning of the word inflamed in English

What does inflamed mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

inflamed

US /ɪnˈfleɪmd/

UK /ɪnˈfleɪmd/

red, swollen, and painful due to injury or infection

Example:

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His throat was red and inflamed.

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The doctor prescribed medication for her inflamed joints.

Synonym:

swollen reddened sore irritated painful

(of a person's emotions) aroused or intensified, especially to an extreme degree

Example:

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His passionate speech inflamed the crowd.

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The injustice of the situation inflamed her anger.

Synonym:

aroused excited incensed enraged provoked