kindle

Meaning

to light a fire; to arouse or inspire

To start a fire or to inspire a feeling or emotion.

Example Sentences

She kindled the campfire with dry wood.

The speech kindled hope in the audience.

Example Expressions

kindle a flame

Synonyms

ignite, light, spark, inspire, arouse, inflame

Entry 1

ignite, light, spark, inspire

Entry 2

ignite, spark, inspire, arouse, inflame

Antonyms

extinguish, quench, dampen, suppress

Entry 1

extinguish, quench, dampen, suppress

Entry 2

extinguish, suppress, quench

Collocations

kindle fire, kindle interest, kindle passion, kindle flames, kindle a fire, kindle hope

Entry 1

kindle fire, kindle interest, kindle passion, kindle flames

Entry 2

kindle a fire, kindle interest, kindle hope