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flare vs erupt

erupt vs flare

flare is a noun but erupt is not a noun.

flare and erupt both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
flare Yes No Yes No
erupt No No Yes No
As verbs, flare and erupt are synonyms defined as:
  • flare and erupt: erupt or intensify suddenly
Other synonyms of flare include break open, burst out, flare up, irrupt.
flare (noun) erupt (noun)
(baseball) a fly ball hit a short distance into the outfield
a short forward pass to a back who is running toward the sidelines
a device that produces a bright light for warning or illumination or identification
a burst of light used to communicate or illuminate
a sudden outburst of emotion
a sudden eruption of intense high-energy radiation from the sun's surface; associated with sunspots and radio interference
an unwanted reflection in an optical system (or the fogging of an image that is caused by such a reflection)
a sudden burst of flame
a shape that spreads outward
reddening of the skin spreading outward from a focus of infection or irritation
a sudden recurrence or worsening of symptoms
flare (verb) erupt (verb)
become flared and widen, usually at one end become active and spew forth lava and rocks
erupt or intensify suddenly start abruptly
burn brightly erupt or intensify suddenly
shine with a sudden light become raw or open
break out
appear on the skin
force out or release suddenly and often violently something pent up
start to burn or burst into flames
Difference between flare and erupt

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