fire

/ˈfaɪər/

Definitions

1. noun

a natural phenomenon that involves the rapid oxidation of fuel, resulting in the release of heat and light; a blaze or flame.

“The fire in the fireplace warmed the room.”

2. noun

a person or thing that inspires passion or enthusiasm.

“She’s a fire in the world of business, always pushing for innovation.”

3. verb

to set on fire or cause to burn.

“Can you fire the grill for the barbecue?”

4. verb

to dismiss or terminate someone’s employment.

“The company fired the employee due to poor performance.”

5. verb

to excite or inspire strongly.

“The speech fired up the crowd, and they began to chant.”

6. noun

a person who is employed to fight fires.

“The firefighter worked tirelessly to put out the flames.”

7. noun

a sudden or intense feeling of strong emotion, especially anger or passion.

“She felt a fire of determination to achieve her goal.”

8. noun

a high-speed internet connection, especially one provided over a local network.

“The company offers a fire for its employees, allowing them to stay connected.”

Synonyms

  • blaze
  • flame
  • inferno
  • spark

Antonyms

  • chill
  • freeze
  • ice