inferno
1 of 1noun/ɪnˈfɝnoʊ/
Forms:infernos
1
(Christianity) the abode of Satan and the forces of evil; where sinners suffer eternal punishment
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2
a large, intensely hot, and uncontrollable fire
- The historic building was engulfed in an inferno, with flames reaching high into the night sky.
- Firefighters battled the inferno for hours, working tirelessly to bring the raging blaze under control.
- The forest fire turned into an inferno, spreading rapidly and threatening nearby communities.
- Residents evacuated their homes as the wildfire turned into an inferno, fueled by strong winds.
- The old warehouse was reduced to ashes after being consumed by an inferno that started unexpectedly.
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3
any place of pain and turmoil