Synonyms for

Blazing

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

Definition

burning brightly and intensely

Synonyms & similar words

glaring blazeout fulgent conspicuous blaze glary blinding blatant blazeaway dazzling flaming glowing burning radiant shining dazzling sparkling flickering luminous incandescent blinding brilliant fiery vivid intense heated sizzling roasting scorching searing

Synonyms by register

Formal

incandescent radiant effulgent luminous

Informal

hot scorching sweltering boiling

Literary

effulgent ardent fiery

Antonyms

dim cool faint gloomy dark dull frigid

Common collocations

  • blazing sun
  • blazing fire
  • blazing hot
  • blazing trail
  • blazing fast
  • blazing speed
  • blazing inferno

Word family

noun blaze
verb blaze
adjective blazing
adverb blazingly

Usage note

Often used to describe intense heat or light. Can also be used figuratively for speed or intensity.

Example sentences

  1. The blazing fire warmed us up on a cold night.
  2. The blazing sun made the beach too hot to walk on.
  3. The athlete ran a blazing fast race and won the gold medal.
  4. The fireworks put on a blazing display in the night sky.
  5. The blazing colors of the sunset were beautiful to see.

Quotes

  • The sun is blazing hot today!
  • The fire was blazing out of control.
  • The stars were blazing bright in the sky.

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