Synonyms of catch fire

catch fire

phrase

as in succeed

to turn out as planned or desired

It is rare when a product catches fire with consumers and exceeds all expectations.

Synonyms & Similar Words

• succeed
• go
• bear fruit
• click
• deliver the goods
• go over
• work out
• come off
• pan out
• deliver
• do the trick
• catch on
• go like clockwork
• flourish
• thrive
• cook
• prosper
• percolate

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• strike out
• collapse
• fail
• wash out
• founder
• miss
• fold
• bomb
• struggle
• flop
• decline
• slip
• languish
• flounder
• slump
• sink
• skid
• crumble
• flunk
• crash
• crater
• wane
• choke
• fall down
• go under
• flame out
• crack up
• misfire
• miscarry
• implode
• self-destruct

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of catch fire

Hybrid approach Electric vehicle batteries can overheat and catch fire; the safest modern packs must be completely submerged in non-conductive dielectric liquids. — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 15 July 2026

This warmth converts the phosphorus into white phosphorus, which begins to catch fire. — Tim MacWelch, Outdoor Life, 15 July 2026

Earlier in the day, the airline had a separate plane catch fire after landing in Nassau, according to Bahamian officials. — Cristian Benavides, CBS News, 13 July 2026

Plastic is derived from petroleum and can warp, melt, release chemicals, or catch fire when exposed to heat. — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 21 Jan. 2026