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ignite
verb(ig-nite)
cause to start burning; subject to fire or great heat
Synonyms: light,
Antonyms: extinguish,
Examples:
Great heat can ignite almost any dry matter.
ignite
verb(ig-nite)
start to burn or burst into flames
Synonyms: catch fire, combust, conflagrate, erupt, take fire,
Examples:
Marsh gases ignited suddenly.
ignite
verb(ig-nite)
start or maintain a fire in
Synonyms: fire, light,
ignite
verb(ig-nite)
arouse or excite feelings and passions
Synonyms: fire up, heat, inflame, stir up, wake,
Examples:
The ostentatious way of living of the rich ignites the hatred of the poor.

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