Definition

A strong and uncontrollable desire to set things on fire.

Example

His pyromania led him to start several fires in the neighborhood.

Conversation

Did you hear about that guy who started a fire in the woods?

Yeah, I read it was due to his pyromania issues.

That's really concerning; I wonder how he got help.

I hope he gets the right support to deal with his pyromania.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Pyromania → It is formed from "pyro-" (from Greek "pur", meaning fire) and "mania" (from Greek "mania", meaning madness or obsession). The word describes an obsession with fire or a compulsion to set fires.

Memory Tip

Think of 'fire' ('pyro-') and 'madness' ('mania') to remember that pyromania refers to an obsession with fire.

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