Kindle

Pronunciation: /ˈkɪndəl/

Kindle (verb)

  1. to make something start burning, like wood or paper.
  2. to make someone feel interested or excited about something.
  3. to start shining or glowing softly.

Examples

  • He used dry leaves to kindle the fire.
  • They kindled a fire with some twigs.

Common collocations: kindle a flame, kindle a campfire, kindle curiosity, kindle enthusiasm, kindle with light

Synonyms of Kindle

Neutral

Informal

Antonyms of Kindle

  • — used when putting out a fire
  • — used when stopping a flame or thirst