flare (up) Synonyms
Strongest:
- blow-up
- blow-a-gasket
- fly-off-the-handle
- anger
- flip-out-
- hit-the-roof
- snap
- have-a-fit
- fly-into-a-rage
- hit-the-ceiling
- go-ballistic
- glare
- snarl
Strong:
- lose-one-s-temper
- blow-one-s-stack
- steam
- explode
- tee-off
- flare-out-
- blow-one-s-cool
- blow-one-s-top
- rage
- flash
- lose-one-s-cool
- storm
- forget-oneself
Weak:
flare (up) Meaning
flare (up) Sentence Examples
- The sun's violent flare-up illuminated the sky with blinding brightness.
- The patient's skin flared up in angry red hives.
- A sudden flare-up of anger washed over him, making him tremble with rage.
- The fire flared up with renewed intensity, threatening to engulf the house.
- Her temper tends to flare up easily, especially when under stress.
- The wound on his leg flared up, causing severe pain and swelling.
- The flare-up of his chronic pain made it impossible for him to work.
- The conflict between the two countries flared up once more, threatening regional stability.
- The candle's flame flared up and danced wildly in the wind.
- The heated discussion between the colleagues flared up into an argument.
FAQs About the word flare (up)
blow up, blow a gasket, fly off the handle,anger, flip (out), hit the roof, snap, have a fit, fly into a rage, hit the ceiling
cool (off or down),calm (down), chill out, quiet (down),relax, simmer down,hush
The sun's violent flare-up illuminated the sky with blinding brightness.
The patient's skin flared up in angry red hives.
A sudden flare-up of anger washed over him, making him tremble with rage.
The fire flared up with renewed intensity, threatening to engulf the house.
