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Synonyms of on fire

9 similar words

Another word for on fire is burning. Other synonyms of on fire are afire, aflame, alight, flaming and in flames.

Synonyms and similar words for on fire

prepositional phraseBeing burned by fire.

afire
aflame
alight
burning
flaming
in flamesUsed other than figuratively or idiomatically: see in, flames: for example, on fire, aflame.
go up in smoke

prepositional phraseDoing very well; achieving good results at a rapid rate.

on a rollHaving a streak of good luck or good progress or success.
on a tear

Meaning of on fire

prepositional phrase Being burned by fire.
prepositional phrase Overwhelmed with emotion; beside oneself.
prepositional phrase Excited, enthusiastic or passionate.

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Questions about synonyms of on fire

What is another word for on fire?: On fire has 9 synonyms on Word.ws, such as burning, afire, aflame, alight, flaming, in flames, go up in smoke and on a roll.
What does on fire mean?: On fire means being burned by fire.

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Last updated: 2026-09-02

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