Aflare
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /əˈflɛə/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Aflare is an adjective meaning Flaring (blazing or shining brightly or suddenly; also figuratively, of a strong emotion).
Meaning
Flaring (blazing or shining brightly or suddenly; also figuratively, of a strong emotion).
More Meanings
- Illuminated (with something blazing or shining).
- Flaring (opening outward).
Example Sentences
ballet skirts aflare
Ho! Get to lair! The sun’s aflare / Behind the breathing grass:
[…] at last they reached a corridor which was aflare with dancing torchlight.
[The dragon] kindly breathed out a little flame, which set the packet aflare for a moment.
Synonyms for aflare
Depending on context, synonyms include ablaze, afire, aflame, alight, blazing, moving.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include flaring, lit, ablaze, afire, aflame, flaming.
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