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Flare
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FLAIR
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Simple meaning
What does Flare mean?
A bright burst or sudden increase.
Dictionary definition
A bright burst of light; also to widen outward or suddenly become stronger.
Example sentences
Flare in a sentence
easy
A flare lit the dark sky.
medium
Her skirt began to flare at the bottom.
hard
A small problem can flare into a larger one if no one responds calmly.
Synonyms
Words like Flare
Antonyms
Opposite words
fadeTo lose brightness or strength.
opposite ideaA contrasting idea to flare, depending on context.
Word family
Flare word family
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Practice 1
What does flare mean?
Flare means a bright burst or sudden increase.
Practice 2
Which word is closest in meaning to flare?
Burst is close in meaning to flare in the right context.
Practice 3
Which word is an antonym of flare?
Fade contrasts with flare.
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