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Added 8 October 2026

ablaze

/əˈbleɪz/ adjective

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Burning fiercely; in a blaze; on fire. .mw-parser-output .defdate{font-size:smaller}
Radiant with bright light and color.
In a state of glowing excitement, ardent desire, or other strong emotion.

adverb

On fire; in a blaze.
Lit up brightly and with color, gleaming.
In a state of glowing excitement or ardent desire.

Origin

From a- (“on, in”) + blaze (“flame”).

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