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Yes, oddly enough, they do mean the same thing.
Normally the prefix "in" added to a word is a negative (like un) that means "not" or "unable to be". In this case the Latin intensive prefix in created inflammabilis (to inflame) from flammare (set fire to). This can be seen in the English word "inflame".
The actual "not flammable" word is "nonflammable / non-flammable", or incombustible.
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Flammable and inflammable?
An object that is flammable or inflammable is something that will easily catch fire. Although the words seem like they should have opposite meanings, they are actually synonyms.
What kind of words are flammable and inflammable synonyms or antonyms?
Antonyms. Antonyms = Opposites Synonyms = Same Meaning
Are flammable and inflammable antonyms?
No. they are synonyms, meaning about the same thing.Sometimes the word inflammable is used to mean "can become inflamed", which is a slightly different use.
Is sawdust flammable or inflammable?
Flammable and inflammable are the same thing. Sawdust is flammable
Is and inflammable substance flammable?
The meaning of flammable is able to be easy ignited; inflammable is the antonym of flammable.
What does flammable mean and inflammable mean?
Flammable AND inflammable both mean that something can easily catch fire. Gasoline is a flammable liquid, and is inflammable. Something that will NOT burn is nonflammable.
Is carbon flammable or inflammable?
flammable and inflammable mean the same thing. In which case carbon is both.
What is the difference in meaning between 'flammable' and 'inflammable'?
Inflammable is used in England where Americans would say flammable.
What is a synonym for inflammable?
flammable
What is the meaning flammable?
Inflammable.
What is the meaning of flammable?
Inflammable.
Prefix for flammable?
Inflammable.
