enkindle
/ɪnˈkɪndəl/
verb
- To cause a fire to start burning; to set on fire.
- A single spark can enkindle an entire forest if conditions are dry.
- The blacksmith carefully enkindled the forge to heat the metal.
- The campers used dry leaves to enkindle the campfire.
- To arouse or inspire a strong feeling, idea, or action.
- The teacher's enthusiasm enkindled a love of science in her students.
- The discovery of gold enkindled a rush of settlers to the region.
- Her passionate speech enkindled a sense of hope in the audience.
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