Definitions

1. noun

strong anger or indignation, typically in response to a wrong or an insult

“The crowd’s ire was raised by the politician’s scandalous past.”

2. noun

fire or flame

“The ire from the fireplace warmed the room.”

3. verb

to inflame or excite to strong anger or indignation

“The news article’s provocative language was meant to ire the public.”