set afire

• Etwas in Brand setzen; anzünden oder entflammen. Auch übertragen verwendet, um das Entfachen oder Anheizen starker Gefühle zu bezeichnen.

To cause something to begin burning; to ignite or set on fire. Can also be used figuratively to mean to excite or inflame strong emotions.

1. Ignite or cause to burnB2formal

   To cause something to start burning; to set on fire.

   In Brand setzen

   • The arsonist set the building afire.
   • He accidentally set the curtains afire with a candle.
   • The dry grass was easily set afire by the lightning strike.

2. Intensify emotions or excitementB2informal

   To cause a strong emotional reaction, such as passion, anger, or excitement.

   Entfachen

   • Her speech set the crowd afire with enthusiasm.
   • The news set his imagination afire.
   • The rivalry between the teams set the stadium afire with energy.