What is another word for caught on fire?
Pronunciation: [kˈɔːt ˌɒn fˈa͡ɪ͡ə] (IPA) 
When flames unexpectedly ignite, it can be described in many ways besides simply "caught on fire". One option is to say that something "burst into flames". This phrase indicates that the fire happened suddenly and explosively. Another synonym is "ignited", which suggests that a spark or heat source caused the fire. You could also describe something as "ablaze" or "engulfed in flames", both of which emphasize the intensity of the fire. If you want to imply that the fire started small but quickly spread, you might say it "erupted". No matter which synonym you choose, the phrase "caught on fire" is just one of many ways to describe unexpected flames.
