Meaning of inflammatory in English

1. Pronunciation

   /ɪnˈflæməˌtɔri/

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1. Classifying Adjective

   inflammatory

   Definitions

   1. characterized or caused by inflammation

   Examples

   • « an inflammatory process »
   • « an inflammatory response »

   Synonyms

   • unhealthy
2. 2. arousing to action or rebellion

   Synonyms

   • provocative