Dictionary definition · inflame
verb
- cause inflammation in"The repetitive motion inflamed her joint"
- catch fire"The dried grass of the prairie kindled, spreading the flames for miles"
- cause to start burning"The setting sun kindled the sky with oranges and reds"
- arouse or excite feelings and passions"The ostentatious way of living of the rich ignites the hatred of the poor"
- become inflamed; get sore"His throat inflamed"
Source: Open English WordNet (CC BY 4.0).