akindle

/əˈkɪndəl/

Definitions

1. verb

to set on fire or cause to ignite.

“The match akindled the dry leaves in the park.”

2. verb

to set or cause to be set on fire; to ignite.

“The flames akindled the darkness of the forest.”

3. verb

to cause to glow or shine with a low, smoldering fire.

“The embers akindled in the fireplace as the night grew colder.”

Synonyms

  • ignite
  • set aflame

Antonyms

  • extinguish