flare up

Meaning

  1. To burn brightly again.
  2. To become more intense suddenly.
  3. To burst out suddenly, as in anger.

Synonyms

be furious

flare out

be angry

get angry

get excited

take fire

lose one’s temper

be offended

get worked up

be indignant

be wrathful

feel resentment against

harbor malice against

have one’s blood up

fly into a passion

act hastily

be annoyed

bear a grudge

be enraged

flying into a rage

be infuriated

be kindled

be vexed with

show temper

be aggressive towards

be angry suddenly

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