What does BLAZE mean?

blaze

Parts of Speech: verb, noun

Definitions:

• (verb) to burn brightly and intensely
• (verb) to make a trail or mark by burning or charring
• (noun) a bright and intense fire or flame
• (noun) a mark or trail made by burning or charring
• (noun) a sudden burst or outburst of something, such as activity, emotion, or publicity

Pronunciations:

• US: /bleɪz/
• UK: /bleɪz/

Origin and Usage: The word "blaze" comes from the Old English word "blæse," meaning "torch" or "flame." It has been used in English since the 13th century. The verb form "blaze" has been used to describe the act of burning or setting fire to something, as well as the act of marking a trail or path by burning or charring. The noun form "blaze" has been used to describe a bright and intense fire or flame, as well as a mark or trail made by burning or charring.

Synonyms:

• burn
• flare
• glow
• ignite
• flare-up

Related Words:

• blate
• bleat
• zealot
• blare
• blase

Example Sentences:

• The forest was ablaze with fire.
• The arsonist blazed a trail of destruction across the city.
• The blaze in the fireplace kept the room warm and cozy.
• The hiker followed the blazed trail through the woods.
• The new product launch caused a media blaze.