adj
afire
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adj
1
On fire, whether literally or as a figure of speech for strong emotion.
"The old barn was afire within minutes."
"Her imagination was afire with new ideas."
How to Use Afire
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishLiterally burning, or figuratively full of passion or excitement.
When to use it
Mostly literary — everyday speech favours "on fire."
Word Forms
more afire comparative, more afire comparative, most afire superlative, most afire superlative
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Etymology
From Middle English afire, combining the "a-" prefix ("on") with "fire."