Synonyms of conflagrate

Verb

1. kindle, enkindle, conflagrate, inflame, ignite, light

usage: cause to start burning; "The setting sun kindled the sky with oranges and reds"

2. erupt, ignite, catch fire, take fire, combust, conflagrate, change state, turn

usage: start to burn or burst into flames; "Marsh gases ignited suddenly"; "The oily rags combusted spontaneously"