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inflamado

/ĩ.flaˈma.du/intermediate Level

English Meaning & Definitions

1.adjective

Affected by inflammation; swollen, red, hot, or painful as a reaction to injury or infection.

Example Sentences:
  • Ele foi ao médico porque estava com o olho inflamado.
  • A garganta inflamada dificultava a sua respiração.
2.adjective

Excited, passionate, or agitated; intensely aroused emotionally.

Example Sentences:
  • O político fez um discurso inflamado que empolgou a multidão.
  • Eles tiveram uma discussão inflamada sobre política.
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Cultural Origin & Etymology

Derived from the Portuguese verb 'inflamar' (to inflame), stemming from the Latin 'inflamare' (to set on fire, kindle), composed of 'in-' (into, upon) and 'flamma' (flame). Metaphorically and medically, it evolved from literal burning to mean swollen, red, or angered.

Memory Aid & Mnemonic

Sounds like 'inflamed' in English; think of a red, burning fire (flama) inside the body causing swelling.

Frequently Asked Questions About “inflamado

1. What is the meaning of “inflamado” in English?

In English, inflamado (adjective) is defined as: “Affected by inflammation; swollen, red, hot, or painful as a reaction to injury or infection.”.

2. How do you use “inflamado” in a sentence?

Ele foi ao médico porque estava com o olho inflamado.

3. What are English synonyms of “inflamado”?

Common synonyms include:inchado,irritado,tumefacto,exaltado,fervoroso

4. What is the etymology and word origin of “inflamado”?

Derived from the Portuguese verb 'inflamar' (to inflame), stemming from the Latin 'inflamare' (to set on fire, kindle), composed of 'in-' (into, upon) and 'flamma' (flame). Metaphorically and medically, it evolved from literal burning to mean swollen, red, or angered.