ablaze vs inflammable

ablaze

adj
  • Burning fiercely; in a blaze; on fire. 

  • In a state of glowing excitement, ardent desire, or other strong emotion. 

  • Radiant with bright light and color. 

adv
  • On fire; in a blaze. 

  • Lit up brightly and with color, gleaming. 

  • In a state of glowing excitement or ardent desire. 

inflammable

adj
  • Capable of burning; easily set on fire. 

  • Incapable of burning; not easily set on fire. 

  • Easily excited; set off by the slightest excuse; easily enraged or inflamed. 

noun
  • Any inflammable substance. 

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