aflame

/ˈæfleɪm/

Definitions

1. adjective

on fire; burning; extremely enthusiastic or passionate

“The house was aflame with lights, making it easy to spot from a distance.”

2. verb

to be on fire; to burn

“The dry grass was aflame after the lightning strike.”

3. noun

a flame; a state of being enthusiastic or passionate

“The crowd’s excitement was aflame as their team scored the winning goal.”

Synonyms

  • ablaze
  • in flames
  • on fire

Antonyms

  • doused
  • extinct