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adjective

ˈflā-miŋ How to pronounce flaming (audio)
Definition of flamingnext
1
as in burning
being on fire a fancy restaurant serving eye-catching flaming desserts

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2
as in passionate
having or expressing great depth of feeling a flaming speech in support of basic human rights

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flaming

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verb

present participle of flame
1
as in glowing
to be on fire especially brightly guests gathered around as the Yule log flamed brightly in the inn's great stone fireplace

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2
as in erupting
to develop suddenly and violently my anger flamed when the usher told my friend to shut up

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3
as in blazing
to shine with a bright harsh light the noonday sun flamed down on the desert travelers

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4
as in gleaming
to shoot forth bursts of light the actress's ruby necklace flamed dazzlingly under the bright lights

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Recent Examples of flaming
Adjective
Johnny then becomes bonded to a supernatural demon called the Spirit of Vengeance and is able to transform into a flaming, skeletal biker. — Jordan Moreau, Variety, 26 July 2026 Alpha Camp − Nikki Hru, Maddy Jones, Leiya Pillitteri − had seemed giddy with confidence before the flaming arrow competition. — Bryan Alexander, USA Today, 17 June 2026
Verb
Those fans completely lost their minds just a few minutes in when Gosling was unveiled as the MCU's Ghost Rider, the flaming motorcycle rider previously portrayed by Nicolas Cage. — Brendan Morrow, USA Today, 28 July 2026 The walls start moving, flame-throwers start flaming, and suddenly the Marines are on the back foot against a vastly superior enemy. — Richard Edwards, Space.com, 17 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for flaming
Recent Examples of Synonyms for flaming
  1. burning
  2. passionate
  3. glowing
  4. erupting
  5. blazing
  6. gleaming
  7. smoldering
  8. warm
Adjective
  • Prosecutors said some of the money was used for recruiting new members and purchasing Ku Klux Klan robes and materials for cross-burning ceremonies.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 7 July 2026
  • In the case of the cross-burning incident, there is no comparison to the Jussie Smollett case.
    — Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 19 June 2026
Definition of burning
Adjective
  • That’s why the defense of Taylor from inside these walls is so passionate among those who know him.
    — Paul Dehner Jr, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2026
  • Hadder is passionate about supporting Boise’s local raptor population, and a student of the region’s history in bringing back birds of prey.
    — Mark Dee, Idaho Statesman, 6 Sep. 2026
Definition of passionate
Verb
  • This face serum brightens and evens skin tone, fights free radicals, supports collagen production and softens the look of fine lines and wrinkles for glowing, healthy-looking skin.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 7 Sep. 2026
  • Still, given the national attention given last winter to the air conditioning not working properly in an Angel Stadium weight room, Neto said the evaluation from the Rams’ locker room was glowing.
    — Bill Shaikin, Los Angeles Times, 2 Sep. 2026
Definition of glowing
Verb
  • There will be body parts severed, much (blue) blood spilled, and extreme violence erupting in every corner of the Zellners’ brutalist designs and impressively immersive world-building that needs to be seen to be believed.
    — Tomris Laffly, Variety, 7 Sep. 2026
  • Screenshot of mobile phone footage of the Anak Krakatau volcano erupting, seen from the sea.
    — CBS News, CBS News, 6 Sep. 2026
Definition of erupting
Verb
  • The Dolphins were saving Willis’ blazing speed for occasions such as Sunday’s opener at Las Vegas.
    — Chris Perkins, Sun Sentinel, 11 Sep. 2026
  • Its blazing 165-hertz refresh rate and 1ms response time team up with AMD FreeSync to wipe out motion blur, screen tearing, and input lag.
    — Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 10 Sep. 2026
Definition of blazing
Verb
  • In their place stands One World Trade Center, a gleaming glass tower that rises defiantly above a skyline that has been forever changed.
    — Thomas E. Franklin, USA Today, 11 Sep. 2026
  • In This Article Fireclay sinks have been a kitchen staple for centuries, with their iconic, usually white, gleaming glaze that turns an otherwise utilitarian fixture into a striking visual highlight.
    — Blythe Copeland, Martha Stewart, 10 Sep. 2026
Definition of gleaming
Adjective
  • Casting two of the most smoldering contemporary actors on the planet clearly stacks the deck, and carries on the long tradition of pairing a dashing figure of brooding handsomeness (Laurence Olivier, Ralph Fiennes) with a breathless screen beauty (Merle Oberon, Juliette Binoche).
    — David Fear, Rolling Stone, 11 Feb. 2026
Definition of smoldering
Adjective
  • Beyond this specific aspect, all on the team praised the benevolent and warm atmosphere in which the shooting took place.
    — Kevin Giraud, Variety, 9 Sep. 2026
  • Built for polar exploration, this vessel features a cozy alpine-meets-the-sea vibe, with faux-fur pillows, plush blankets for staying warm and three fireplaces with dancing water vapor flames.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Sep. 2026
Definition of warm

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“Flaming.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/flaming. Accessed 14 Sep. 2026.

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