English Explanatory Dictionary

ablaze

English dictionary entry

Meanings

adj
  1. Burning fiercely; in a blaze; on fire.
  2. Radiant with bright light and color.
  3. In a state of glowing excitement, ardent desire, or other strong emotion.
adv
  1. On fire; in a blaze.
  2. Lit up brightly and with color, gleaming.
  3. In a state of glowing excitement or ardent desire.

Pronunciation

/əˈbleɪz/ en-us-ablaze.ogg

Word forms

ablaze more ablaze most ablaze

Etymology

From a- (“on, in”) + blaze (“flame”).

Synonyms

afire aflame

Derived words

set the world ablaze
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