Ignite: meaning, definitions and examples

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ignite

[ ɪɡˈnaɪt ]

^{Context #1}

fire

to set something on fire; to catch fire

Synonyms

inflame, kindle, light

Examples of usage

The match ignited the gasoline.
The dry leaves ignited easily in the hot sun.

^{Context #2}

start

to start or provoke something

Synonyms

spark, stimulate, trigger

Examples of usage

His speech ignited a heated debate among the audience.
The new policy ignited protests across the country.

^{Context #3}

passion

a strong feeling of enthusiasm or excitement

Synonyms

impetus, spark, stimulus

Examples of usage

Her speech was an ignite of inspiration for the team.
The event was an ignite for change in the community.

Translations

Translations of the word "ignite" in other languages:

🇵🇹 acender

🇮🇳 जलाना

🇩🇪 entzünden

🇮🇩 menyalakan

🇺🇦 запалювати

🇵🇱 zapalic

🇯🇵 点火する (tenka suru)

🇫🇷 enflammer

🇪🇸 encender

🇹🇷 ateşlemek

🇰🇷 점화하다 (jeomhwahada)

🇸🇦 يشعل (yushril)

🇨🇿 zapálit

🇸🇰 zapaľovať

🇨🇳 点燃 (diǎnrán)

🇸🇮 vžgati

🇮🇸 kveikja

🇰🇿 тұтату

🇬🇪 აანთო (aanto)

🇦🇿 yandırmaq

🇲🇽 encender

Word origin

The word 'ignite' comes from the Latin word 'ignitus', which means 'set on fire'. The concept of ignition has been essential to human civilization for centuries, allowing us to harness the power of fire for warmth, cooking, and industry. The ability to ignite materials has played a crucial role in the advancement of technology and the development of societies.