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Ablaze

Verb / ʌˈbleɪz / Another word for ablaze — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Ablaze means burning fiercely or intensely.

Synonyms & similar words

inflamed onfire aflame reddened aroused afire alight aflare alight burning flaming ignited inflamed kindled lit smoldering torching afire aglow blazing combusting enflamed incandescent incombustible inflaming inflammatory

Example sentences

  1. The candles on the birthday cake were ablaze.
  2. The forest was ablaze with flames.
  3. The sun was ablaze in the sky.
  4. The fire was ablaze all night.
  5. The firework display was ablaze with color.

Quotes

  • Some people are so much sunshine to the square inch. --Walt Whitman
  • Our brightest blazes are commonly kindled by unexpected sparks. --Samuel Johnson
  • I'm a firestarter, twisted firestarter. --The Prodigy

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