What is another word for were inflamed?
Pronunciation: [wɜːɹ ɪnflˈe͡ɪmd] (IPA) 
There are several synonyms for the phrase "were inflamed," which refers to a state of irritation or swelling. Some possible substitutes include "were swollen," "were irritated," "were agitated," "were riled up," "were provoked," or "were enflamed." Other options might include "were heated," "were impassioned," "were angered," "were incensed," "were infuriated," or "were outraged." Each of these phrases conveys a slightly different shade of meaning, and the choice of which one to use may depend on the specific context in which the phrase is being employed.
