(1):

(v. t.) To put in a state of inflammation; to produce morbid heat, congestion, or swelling, of; as, to inflame the eyes by overwork.

(2):

(v. t.) To provoke to anger or rage; to exasperate; to irritate; to incense; to enrage.

(3):

(v. i.) To grow morbidly hot, congested, or painful; to become angry or incensed.

(4):

(v. t.) To exaggerate; to enlarge upon.

(5):

(v. t.) To set on fire; to kindle; to cause to burn, flame, or glow.

(6):

(v. t.) Fig.: To kindle or intensify, as passion or appetite; to excite to an excessive or unnatural action or heat; as, to inflame desire.