Inflame and Nettle

Inflame

Inflame verb - To make angry.
Usage example: the newspaper editorial inflamed her enough to inspire her to dash off a letter to the editor

Nettle and inflame are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Nettle" instead a verb "Inflame".

Nettle

Nettle verb - To disturb the peace of mind of (someone) especially by repeated disagreeable acts.
Usage example: don't nettle your brother while he's trying to do his homework

Inflame and nettle are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Inflame" instead a verb "Nettle".

Nearby Words: nettled, nettling
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