Inflammable

usgb/ɪnˈflæməbl/
adjective

Something that can easily catch fire or burn.

The wooden furniture is highly inflammable.
Visual representation of "inflammable" - Something that can easily catch fire or burn

Often appears as...

  • inflammable material
  • highly inflammable
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Visual representation of "inflammable"
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Common Confusion

Though it sounds like it means 'not flammable', 'inflammable' actually means very flammable.

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Reminder: 'Inflammable' means the same as 'flammable'!
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Safety Warnings

'Inflammable' is used on labels and signs as a warning that something is very likely to catch fire.

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Keep away from the fire; the label says 'inflammable'.
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Context Clues

Look for context clues such as 'warning' that hint 'inflammable' items need careful handling.

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The 'Warning: Inflammable' sign indicates a fire hazard.
Visual representation of the word "Inflammable"

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