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ignite

verb

/ɪɡˈnaɪt/

Meaning

To catch fire or cause to catch fire; to start or arouse.

The sparks ignited the dry leaves in seconds.

ignite a passion

kindle, inflame, spark, light, trigger

extinguish, douse, smother

ignite a fire, ignite interest, ignite debate, ignite violence

to shine unsteadily or waver between light and dark

To make equal or level in status, value, or amount.

To make less severe, serious, or painful; alleviate.

to make less severe or painful; to reduce the impact of something harmful

To extend across or form an angle at a particular point, often used in geometry.

To make a process faster or easier.