adjective

fiery

fiery, passionate, flaming, hot-tempered

The dragon breathed fiery flames.

The dragon breathed fiery flames.

She has a fiery temper.

She has a fiery temper.

He gave a fiery speech about justice.

He gave a fiery speech about justice.

The curry had a fiery taste.

The curry had a fiery taste.

a fiery ((noun)) a fiery... She has a fiery personality.

Synonyms: flaming, passionate, intense, spicy; Antonyms: calm, mild, cool

From the noun 'fire' plus the adjective-forming suffix '-y', meaning 'full of' or 'characterised by'.

Literally means 'like fire'. This can apply to heat, colour, temper, passion, or even taste.

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