Inflame and Torch

Inflame

Inflame verb - To set (something) on fire.
Usage example: a carelessly tossed cigarette inflamed the papers in the trash can

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

Torch

Torch verb - To set (something) on fire.
Usage example: police suspect that the owner torched the house for the insurance money

Inflame and torch are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Inflame" instead a verb "Torch".

Nearby Words: torched, torching
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