inflame
US /ɪnˈfleɪm/
UK /ɪnˈfleɪm/
动词
1.
激化, 煽动, 加剧
to make a situation or feeling worse or more intense
示例:
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His comments only served to inflame the already tense situation.
他的评论只会激化本已紧张的局势。
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The politician's speech was designed to inflame public opinion against the new policy.
这位政治家的演讲旨在煽动公众舆论反对新政策。
2.
使发炎, 引起炎症
to cause inflammation in a part of the body
示例:
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The infection can inflame the tissues around the joint.
感染会使关节周围的组织发炎。
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Certain foods can inflame the stomach lining.
某些食物会使胃壁发炎。
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