What does “kindle” mean?
- 1
verbto start a fire burning
We kindled a fire with dry leaves and sticks.
- 2
verbto make a feeling or interest start to grow
The trip kindled her interest in history.
Kindle at a glance
- Part of speech
- verb
- CEFR level
- C2 (proficient)
- Pronunciation
- /ˈkɪndəl/ · KIN-dul
How to use “kindle” correctly
“Rekindle” is common for restarting old feelings or relationships.
Common phrases with “kindle”
- kindle interest
- kindle a fire
- rekindle a romance
Synonyms, opposites and related words
Synonyms (similar meaning)
- ignite
- spark
- arouse
Word family
- kindling
- rekindle
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