hellfire

/ˈhɛlfaɪər/

Definitions

1. noun

a fierce or intense passion, often for a particular cause or activity, that is overwhelming and difficult to control

“Her hellfire determination to finish the project on time inspired her team to work harder.”

2. noun

a divine punishment, especially in Christian theology, where sinners are tormented in a fiery place

“According to the Bible, hellfire is a place where those who have rejected God’s love will be punished.”

3. noun

a severe or intense criticism, often expressed in a fierce or angry tone

“The politician faced a barrage of hellfire from the media after his scandalous affair was exposed.”

Synonyms

  • fiery passion
  • inferno

Antonyms

  • calm
  • serenity