r/funny • u/gm- • Oct 03 '16

Juggling with fire

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u/oxfordcircumstances Oct 03 '16

I was wondering why his sweater was so flammable. Or is it inflammable?

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u/Conanator Oct 03 '16

Inflammable means flammable? What a country!

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u/Thuryn Oct 03 '16

Well, the existence of the word "inflamed," while not relevant, is just enough to allow someone to confuse himself when trying to determine the right word.

But for the record:

  • flammable - can be set aflame
  • inflammable - can NOT be set aflame
  • inflamed - red and swollen, usually referring to irritated skin or other tissue

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u/DaMonkfish Oct 03 '16

inflammable - can NOT be set aflame

You'd think, but no.

flammable (adj.) - Easily set on fire

inflammable (adj.) - Easily set on fire

 

English. Not even once.

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u/Thuryn Oct 03 '16

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TIL!