Synonyms for Inflammation (same or very similar meaning)
WordNet sense 1 (a response of body tissues to injury or irritation; characterized by pain and swelling and redness and heat):
redness, rubor
WordNet sense 2 (the state of being emotionally aroused and worked up):
excitation, excitement, fervor, fervour
WordNet sense 3 (arousal to violent emotion):
inflaming
WordNet sense 4 (the act of setting something on fire):
ignition, kindling, lighting, firing
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