Ablaze

usgb/əˈbleɪz/
adjective

A thing or place that is burning or shining brightly.

The house was ablaze with lights.
Visual representation of "ablaze" - A thing or place that is burning or shining brightly.

Often appears as...

  • set ablaze
  • house ablaze
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Physical Fire

Used when something is literally on fire with visible flames.

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The campfire was ablaze, casting warm light around.
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Bright Illumination

Describes places or objects that are brightly lit, not just fire.

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The skyline was ablaze with the colors of the sunset.
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Intensity Emphasis

Emphasizes the intensity or extent of a fire or light.

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When the power came back, the whole building was ablaze.
Visual representation of the word "Ablaze"

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