Synonyms of burnable

burnable

adjective

as in combustible

capable of catching or being set on fire

don't put something so burnable as a towel next to the stove

Synonyms & Similar Words

• combustible
• explosive
• flammable
• inflammable
• combustive
• ignitable
• fiery
• incendiary
• touchy

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• fireproof
• noncombustible
• incombustible
• nonflammable
• noninflammable
• unburnable
• nonexplosive
• nonburnable

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of burnable

The burnable vegetation on the sparse landscapes surrounding these homes is coyote brush and sage, not forest. — Paige St. John, Los Angeles Times, 20 Sep. 2026

While commercial applications are still years away, the implications of a non-toxic, un-burnable capacitor are massive. — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 10 June 2026

Following fire officials’ recommendations can mean clearing defensible space around homes, replacing fire-prone plants and limiting or removing burnable material, such as wood fencing and sheds. — Elizabeth A. Logan, The Conversation, 29 Dec. 2025