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Conflagrate

/ˈkɑn.flə.ɡreɪt/ · verb

Meaning

(intransitive) To catch fire..

Definitions by Sense

  1. (intransitive) To catch fire.
  2. (transitive) To set fire to something.

Example Sentences

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Synonyms for conflagrate

go up in flamescatch on firecatch firecombustconflagratefirego up in smokeignitelightspunktake firekindleaflamealightfire upinflamelight upset ablazeset afireset aflameset alightset fireset on firetorch

Antonyms for conflagrate

Related Words

catch firefirecombustcatch on firetake fireself-igniteatendbonfireblazego up in flamesreflashflareflame upflare upautoigniteblaze upstrikego upflameblazen

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does conflagrate mean?

Conflagrate means (intransitive) To catch fire..

What is a synonym for conflagrate?

Common synonyms include go up in flames, catch on fire, catch fire, combust.

What is the opposite of conflagrate?

The opposite depends on the specific sense.

How do you use conflagrate in a sentence?

Use conflagrate where its definition matches the intended context.

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