Kindle
To light or start a fire; to arouse or inflame (a feeling, interest, or emotion).
verbKindle
To light or start a fire; to arouse or inflame (a feeling, interest, or emotion).
verbImagine This
When there was a blackout, the couple tried to use their candles to make a fire in the fireplace.
Sounds Like
KIN-dl
Looks Like
Candle
Remember This
Kindle can be used figuratively to mean arousing or stimulating an emotion; the noun 'kindling' refers to small sticks or twigs used to start a fire. Lowercase 'kindle' (verb) differs from the brand name 'Kindle' (Amazon e-reader).
Other Forms
Connect With
ignite, light, arouse, inflame, spark
Note
Don't confuse with 'candle' or 'kindred'. The noun form 'kindling' refers to material used to start a fire; 'kindle' is the verb (and in some contexts a noun meaning the act of starting a fire).
Study Deeper
- The campfire was kindled by dry twigs and a few matches.
- Her curiosity was kindled by the lecturer's engaging story.
From Middle English kindlen, from Old Norse kynda 'to light a fire'.
KINDLE: Kindling In Night Darkness Lights Everything.
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