What is Inflamed? A Basic Definition

Inflame \In*flame"\, v. t. [imp. & p. p. Inflamed; p. pr. &
   vb.
         n. Inflaming.] [OE.
         enflamen, OF. enflamer, F.
  
         enflammer, L. inflammare, inflammatum; pref. in- in +
  
         flammare to flame, fr. flamma flame. See Flame.]
   1. To
         set on fire; to kindle; to cause to burn, flame, or
     
         glow.
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            We should have made retreat
            By light of the inflamed fleet.       --Chapman.
     
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   2. Fig.: To kindle or intensify, as
         passion or appetite; to
      excite to an excessive or
         unnatural action or heat; as, to
      inflame desire.
   
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            Though more, it seems,
            Inflamed with lust than rage.         --Milton.
     
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            But, O inflame and fire our hearts.   --Dryden.
     
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   3. To provoke to anger or rage; to
         exasperate; to irritate;
      to incense; to enrage.
    
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            It will inflame you; it will make you mad. --Shak.
     
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   4. (Med.) To put in a state of
         inflammation; to produce
      morbid heat, congestion, or
         swelling, of; as, to inflame
      the eyes by overwork.
 
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   5. To exaggerate; to enlarge upon.
         [Obs.]
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            A friend exaggerates a man's virtues, an enemy
            inflames his crimes.                  --Addison.

  
         Syn: To provoke; fire; kindle; irritate; exasperate;
         incense;
        enrage; anger; excite; arouse.
       
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Thu Dec 25

• Getting Credit - What You Can Do To Increase Your Chances of Getting Approved: Getting Credit - What You Can Do To Increase Your Chances of Getting Approved

Mon Nov 3

• Erosions or Ulcers of the Skin in Cats and Dogs: Erosions are shallow defects in the skin that only affect the skin's upper layers. Erosions can be quite painful, but tend to heal quickly if the skin is protected and the underlying cause is eliminated.

Sat Oct 11

• McCain gets angry, Palin just gets even, both pay the price: McCain's angry outbursts have been reported by members of Congress for years. But he has remained popular with them. There are no comparable reports of such behavior by Palin, but she does have a pattern of getting even. Now McCain's rhetoric has inflamed crowds so much he's been forced to defend Obama. Palin's crafted image as a reformer has been tarnished by troopergate.

Mon Oct 6

• Itchiness, Desire to Scratch, Chew or Lick Causing Inflamed Skin in Dogs & Cats | Pet MD: PetMD is the largest global source of pet health information in the world today. Part of a global network of veterinary professionals, PetMD?s content was created by veterinarians for consumers and veterinarians.

Sun Aug 31

• Nasal concha - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Tue Nov 13

• Knee Injuries and Problems: Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatment: Symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of knee problems are discussed: arthritis; ... After repeated stress, the tendon may become inflamed or tear. ...

Mon May 21

• Ibuprofen - long term effects: NSAIDs are useful for short term treatment of overuse injuries, but it is a mistake for the athlete to rely on this treatment long term.

Sat Oct 28

• Belly Fat and How to Beat It: the connection between inflammation and belly fat
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Tue Oct 10

• Treat inflamed, Bleeding & Infected Gums - Gingivitis & Gum Problem Treatments: Toothpaste that prevents and treats bleeding, inflamed, and infected gums.

Sun Jul 23

• Google Milk " A Quick Word on the Middle East Crisis

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