Synonyms: ignition, inflammation, firing, lighting, kindling
Definition: the act of setting something on fire
Similar words: burning, combustion
Definition: the act of burning something
Usage: the burning of leaves was prohibited by a town ordinance
Synonyms: inflaming, inflammation
Definition: arousal to violent emotion
Similar words: rousing, arousal
Definition: the act of arousing
Usage: the purpose of art is the arousal of emotions
Synonyms: fervor, fervour, excitation, excitement, inflammation
Definition: the state of being emotionally aroused and worked up
Usage: his face was flushed with excitement and his hands trembled; he tried to calm those who were in a state of extreme inflammation
Similar words: emotional arousal
Definition: the arousal of strong emotions and emotional behavior
Synonyms: inflammation, redness, rubor
Definition: a response of body tissues to injury or irritation; characterized by pain and swelling and redness and heat
Similar words: symptom
Definition: (medicine) any sensation or change in bodily function that is experienced by a patient and is associated with a particular disease