1. to cause strong feelings of anger, excitement, or passion
2. to cause redness, swelling, or irritation in body tissue
Usage: medical
3. to make a situation worse or more intense

Examples

• The politician’s speech inflamed the crowd’s anger.
• Her comments only served to inflame the debate.
• The infection inflamed the tissue around the wound.
• Cold weather can inflame arthritis symptoms.
• The controversial article inflamed public opinion.
• His harsh criticism inflamed tensions between the groups.
• The spicy food inflamed her already sore throat.