on fire prepositional phrase6 •Being burned by fire.If the wind picks up and the flames spread, the whole town could go on fire. •Doing very well; achieving good results at a rapid rate.That striker has scored four goals so far – he's on fire! •Overwhelmed with emotion; beside oneself. •Excited, enthusiastic or passionate. •Experiencing a burning-like sensation, especially "the burn" (from buildup of lactic acid) •(informal) Sexually aroused.