Reignited: meaning, definitions and examples
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reignited
[ riːˌaɪˈneɪtɪd ]
resumed something
Reignited refers to the act of awakening or rekindling something, especially a feeling or an interest that may have diminished over time. It can relate to emotions such as passion, excitement, or even conflicts that were previously settled. The term is often used in contexts involving relationships, motivations, or discussions where something has been brought back to life. The use of reignited indicates that there was a previous state of cessation or fading that has been reversed.
Synonyms
reawaken, rekindle, resurrect, revive
Examples of usage
- The discussion reignited their passion for the project.
- The event reignited interest in the local history.
- Her vibrant speech reignited the crowd's enthusiasm.
Translations
Translations of the word "reignited" in other languages:
🇵🇹 reacendido
🇮🇳 फिर से प्रज्वलित
🇩🇪 wiederentzündet
🇮🇩 dinyalakan kembali
🇺🇦 знову запалений
🇵🇱 ponownie zapalony
🇯🇵 再点火された
🇫🇷 réenflammé
🇪🇸 reencendido
🇹🇷 yeniden alevlendirilmiş
🇰🇷 다시 점화된
🇸🇦 تم إشعاله مرة أخرى
🇨🇿 znovu zapáleno
🇸🇰 opäť zapálené
🇨🇳 重新点燃
🇸🇮 ponovno prižgan
🇮🇸 aftur kveikt
🇰🇿 қайта тұтатқан
🇬🇪 მחדשებული
🇦🇿 yenidən yanmış
🇲🇽 reencendido
Etymology
The term 'reignite' is composed of the prefix 're-' meaning 'again' and the verb 'ignite', which derives from the Latin 'ignire' which means 'to set on fire'. The word has evolved in English to convey not just a literal meaning related to fire but also a metaphorical application where something once passionate or active is being returned to a state of intensity. The verb 'ignite' has been used in the English language since the early 18th century, originally relating to the action of starting a fire. Over time, 'reignite' came into use, emphasizing a second chance for a flame to burn brighter than before, particularly in emotional or thematic contexts. This reflects a broader human experience where fading passions or interests can be revitalized, echoing both personal and communal narratives.