Kindled

verb

/ˈkɪndl̩d/

Word Frequency: 1.2

Definitions

1.verbTo start (a fire) or light (a torch, a match, coals, etc.).

2.verbTo arouse or inspire (a passion, etc).

"He kindled an enthusiasm for the project in his fellow workers."

3.verbTo begin to grow or take hold.

4.verb(of a rabbit or hare) To bring forth young; to give birth.

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