How to Pronounce Inflammatory

To pronounce "inflammatory", say INFL-amm-at-ory — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

12

Letters

INFL-amm-at-ory

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💡 Tip for remembering “inflammatory”

"inflammatory" has 4 syllables: infl-amm-at-ory. It rhymes with repository and hoary, if that helps it stick.

What does inflammatory mean?

noun

  1. Any material that causes inflammation

adjective

  1. Tending to inflame or provoke somebody.

    “Sam posted an inflammatory comment to the newsgroup.”

  2. Relating to, causing or caused by inflammation.

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Words that rhyme with inflammatory

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repositoryhoaryquarryallegorydesultorytransitoryambulatoryglorydilatoryaleatoryterritoryobligatory

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "inflammatory"?▾

"Inflammatory" has 4 syllables: infl · amm · at · ory.

What does "inflammatory" mean?▾

Inflammatory: Any material that causes inflammation

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