Blaze: meaning, definitions and examples

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blaze

[ bleɪz ]

^{Context #1}

fire

A very large or fiercely burning fire.

Synonyms

fire, flames, inferno

Examples of usage

The firefighters were struggling to contain the blaze.
The blaze destroyed several homes in the neighborhood.

^{Context #2}

bright light

A strong, bright flame that burns strongly.

Synonyms

flame, glow, radiance

Examples of usage

The torch emitted a powerful blaze that illuminated the path.
The blaze of the bonfire warmed the chilly night air.

^{Context #3}

move quickly

Move rapidly and with great intensity.

Synonyms

dart, dash, speed

Examples of usage

The car blazed down the highway at top speed.
Her eyes blazed with determination.

Translations

Translations of the word "blaze" in other languages:

🇵🇹 chama

🇮🇳 ज्वाला

🇩🇪 Flamme

🇮🇩 nyala

🇺🇦 полум'я

🇵🇱 płomień

🇯🇵 炎 (ほのお, honō)

🇫🇷 flamme

🇪🇸 llama

🇹🇷 alev

🇰🇷 불꽃 (bulkkot)

🇸🇦 لهب

🇨🇿 plamen

🇸🇰 plameň

🇨🇳 火焰 (huǒyàn)

🇸🇮 plamen

🇮🇸 logi

🇰🇿 жалыны

🇬🇪 ალო

🇦🇿 alov

🇲🇽 llama

Word origin

The word 'blaze' has a long history dating back to Old English. Originally derived from the Old English word 'blæse' meaning 'torch', 'blaze' evolved over time to encompass meanings related to fire, brightness, and speed. The use of 'blaze' to describe a large fire has been documented in English literature for centuries, evoking images of powerful flames and intense heat. The verb form of 'blaze' also conveys a sense of rapid movement or intense emotion. Today, 'blaze' remains a versatile word used to describe various forms of intense energy and light.