Synonyms for combustion

Noun

1. combustion, burning, oxidation, oxidization, oxidisation

usage: a process in which a substance reacts with oxygen to give heat and light

2. combustion, tumult, tumultuousness, uproar, garboil

usage: a state of violent disturbance and excitement; "combustion grew until revolt was unavoidable"

3. burning, combustion, change of integrity

usage: the act of burning something; "the burning of leaves was prohibited by a town ordinance"