ignite
/ɪɡˈnaɪt/verb
To make something start burning.
Example sentence
- “A single spark ignited the dry grass.”
Figurative uses are at least as common as literal ones: to ignite a debate, ignite passion, ignite protests.
Related words
illicitSomething that is forbidden or against the law.idyllicWonderfully peaceful, beautiful, or happy, like a scene from a perfect painting.illnessThe condition of being unwell; a disease or a period of poor health.idleTo pass time doing nothing useful; to be inactive or without work.illuminateA person believed to possess special or exceptional enlightenment.idiosyncrasyA habit or way of thinking that is particular to one person.