Flammable
/ˈflæm.ə.bəl/
Flammable means that something can easily catch fire and burn quickly, like paper or gasoline. It's important to be careful with flammable materials to prevent fires.
Examples
- When we learned about fire safety in science class, our teacher explained that materials like paper and gasoline are flammable, meaning they can catch fire very easily.
- During our camping trip, we made sure to keep flammable items, like matches and lighter fluid, stored safely away from our campfire to prevent any accidents.
- In art class, we used markers and paints that were labeled flammable, so we had to be careful and work in a well-ventilated area to stay safe.
Synonyms
combustible
inflammable
ignitable
burnable
fire-prone
Antonyms
nonflammable
fireproof
safe
resistant
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