liekehtiv
Liekehtiv is an Estonian adjective meaning fiery, blazing, or incandescent. It is used to describe literal flames, sources of light and heat, and colors or phenomena that resemble fire. In a figurative sense, liekehtiv can express intensity, passion, or vigorous energy in a person, scene, or emotion. The term is more common in literary prose and poetry than in everyday speech, where more common synonyms like tuline are often used.
Morphology and usage notes: liekehtiv belongs to a productive class of Estonian adjectives formed with the
Context and nuance: Because liekehtiv carries a strong visual or emotional charge, it is typically chosen for
See also: Estonian adjectives for fire and brightness, such as tuline, leegitsev, and related descriptive terms