fiery
English
Etymology
From Middle English firi, from fir (“fire”). Equivalent to fire + -y.
Pronunciation
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Adjective
fiery (comparative more fiery or fierier, superlative most fiery or fieriest)
- Of or relating to fire.
- Burning or glowing.
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- Inflammable or easily ignited.
- Having the colour of fire.
- Hot or inflamed.
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- Tempestuous or emotionally volatile.
- a fiery temper
- Spirited or filled with emotion.
Derived terms
Translations
of, or relating to fire
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burning or glowing
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inflammable or easily ignited
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having the colour of fire
hot or inflamed
tempestuous or emotionally volatile
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spirited or filled with emotion