Pyre

Synonyms of pyre

• blaze
• bonfire
• funeral pyre

Antonyms of pyre

• douse
• extinguish
• put out

Collocations of pyre

funeral pyre

Frequency: 80 %

The deceased was honored with a traditional funeral pyre ceremony.

burning pyre

Frequency: 70 %

The villagers gathered around the burning pyre to pay their respects.

wooden pyre

Frequency: 60 %

The body was placed on a wooden pyre and set on fire.

funerary pyre

Frequency: 50 %

The ancient custom involved building a funerary pyre for the deceased.

sacred pyre

Frequency: 45 %

The sacred pyre was lit with ceremonial incense and prayers.

Idiomatic Expressions for pyre

• Phrase: light a pyre under someone
  Meaning: to put pressure on someone to act or work more quickly or efficiently
  Usage: The manager decided to light a pyre under the team to meet the project deadline.