Definition of ignite

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  • ignite is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 7
  • ignite is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 7
  • ignite is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 9

Definition of ignite

  • cause to start burning; subject to fire or great heat (verb)

    Examples

    1. Great heat can ignite almost any dry matter

    Synonyms

    1. light
  • start to burn or burst into flames (verb)

    Examples

    1. Marsh gases ignited suddenly

    Synonyms

    1. catch fire
    2. combust
    3. conflagrate
    4. erupt
    5. take fire
  • start or maintain a fire in (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. fire
    2. light
  • arouse or excite feelings and passions (verb)

    Examples

    1. The ostentatious way of living of the rich ignites the hatred of the poor

    Synonyms

    1. fire up
    2. heat
    3. inflame
    4. stir up
    5. wake

See definition of ignite in Merriam Webster