Flare Definition
flare
noun
- a shape that spreads outward; "the skirt had a wide flare"
- a sudden burst of flame
- a burst of light used to communicate or illuminate
- reddening of the skin spreading outward from a focus of infection or irritation
- a sudden recurrence or worsening of symptoms; "a colitis flare"; "infection can cause a lupus flare"
- a sudden eruption of intense high-energy radiation from the sun's surface; associated with sunspots and radio interference
- am unwanted reflection in an optical system (or the fogging of an image that is caused by such a reflection)
- a sudden outburst of emotion; "she felt a flare of delight"; "she could not control her flare of rage"
- a device that produces a bright light for warning or illumination or identification
- a short forward pass to a back who is running toward the sidelines; "he threw a flare to the fullback who was tackled for a loss"
- (baseball) a fly ball hit a short distance into the outfield
verb
- burn brightly; "Every star seemed to flare with new intensity"
- become flared and widen, usually at one end; "The bellbottom pants flare out"
- shine with a sudden light; "The night sky flared with the massive bombardment"
- erupt or intensify suddenly; "Unrest erupted in the country"; "Tempers flared at the meeting"; "The crowd irrupted into a burst of patriotism"
"Flare" in song lyrics
See how flare is used in real songs:
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"And when I see 'em chasing chickens, I get heated like a flare"
Aceyalone — A Book of Human Language -
"But on the other hemisphere is a section of flare"
Almighty — Think Piece -
"I keep my gat in the club, and bust like a flare"
Big Ed f/ Fiend — Get it On
Words that rhyme with flare
Usage tips for "flare"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "flare" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for flare to find words that pair well.