Meaning of all-fired in English

1. Pronunciation

   /ˈɔlˌfaɪ(ə)rd/

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1. Classifying Adjective

   all-fired

   Definitions

   1. extreme

   Examples

   • « used as an intensifier »
   • « why is he in such an all-fired hurry? »

   Synonyms

   • immoderate

2. Adverb

   all-fired

   Definitions

   1. extremely

   Examples

   • « you are bloody right »
   • « Why are you so all-fired aggressive? »

Browse dictionary

• all-encompassing
• all-embracing
• all-devouring(a)
• all-day sucker
• all-fired
• all-important(a)
• all-inclusive
• all-knowing
• all-mains(a)