aflame

UK /əˈfleɪm/ US /əˈfleɪm/
adj 3

Definitions

adj

1

In flames, on fire, flaming, with flames coming from it.

My heart's aflame, my body's strained, but, God, I like it

2

Showing anger or contempt.

She said nothing and simply stared at him, eyes aflame.

3

Having the colour of flames.

In autumn the trees are aflame with colour.

As the train rumbled slowly over the Forth Bridge, the western sky was aflame with a particularly gorgeous sunset, and lights were twinkling from the small craft riding at anchor on the calm waters of the firth.

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