Definition of Flare up

1. Verb. Ignite quickly and suddenly, especially after having died down. "The fire flared up and died down once again"

Generic synonyms: Ignite, Light
Specialized synonyms: Inflame, Kindle

2. Verb. Erupt or intensify suddenly. "The crowd irrupted into a burst of patriotism"
Exact synonyms: Break Open, Burst Out, Erupt, Flare, Irrupt
Generic synonyms: Deepen, Intensify
Derivative terms: Eruption, Flare-up, Irruption

Definition of Flare up

1. Verb. (intransitive) To burn brightly again. ¹

2. Verb. (intransitive) To become more intense suddenly. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Lexicographical Neighbors of Flare Up

flappings
flappity
flappy
flaps
flapt
flare
flare-up
flare-ups
flare angel
flare gun
flare out
flare path
flare star
flare streaming
flare up (current term)
flare up at
flareback
flarebacks
flared
flared teeth
flarepath
flares
flareup
flareups
flarier
flariest
flarimeter
flaring
flaringly

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