inflammation
//ˌɪnfləˈmeɪʃən//
Noun
inflammationSingular
inflammationsPlural
1
A localized physical condition in which part of the body becomes reddened, swollen, hot, and often painful, especially as a reaction to injury or infection.
The doctor noticed inflammation around the wound.
2
The act of inflaming or the state of being inflamed; arousal of strong emotion or passion.
His speech caused an inflammation of public anger against the policy.