burning

Definition

  • adjective: on fire
  • adjective: being on fire
  • synonyms: fiery, consuming, intense

Examples

  • She was 'burning for' a chance to prove herself. [=she wanted very much to get a chance to prove herself]

  • ('humorous') “We were talking about you last night.” “That explains why I 'felt my ears burning'.”

  • She was 'burning with' anger at his rudeness. [=she was very angry because of his rudeness]

Movie quotes

  • (..) I'll catch you later. Bye-bye, Donna. Good-bye. Dad, is the engine on fire? lt smells like something's burning. Something is burning! It's the engine! You stole the corn! I had it canned... over the store! (..)
    1992 Twin Peaks: Fire Walk with Me