inescate

/ɪnˈɛskɪteɪ, -ˈɛskəteɪ/

Definitions

1. verb

to set on fire; to ignite

“The arsonist tried to inescate the abandoned building.”

2. verb

to cause (something) to catch fire; to set (something) ablaze

“The dry leaves inescate quickly in the autumn breeze.”

Synonyms

  • fire
  • ignite
  • set ablaze

Antonyms

  • douse
  • extinguish