Ignite Definition & Meaning
ignite
- verb
- cause to start burning; subject to fire or great heat; "Great heat can ignite almost any dry matter"; "Light a cigarette"
- start to burn or burst into flames; "Marsh gases ignited suddenly"; "The oily rags combusted spontaneously"
- arouse or excite feelings and passions; "The ostentatious way of living of the rich ignites the hatred of the poor"; "The refugees' fate stirred up compassion around the world"; "Wake old feelings of hatred"
"Ignite" in song lyrics
See how ignite is used in real songs:
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"It's about time I ignite"
Bishop Lamont — Translator -
"But piece of mind it is my right for the spark will ignite"
Black Sheep — Black With N.V -
"Get ready, cuz we bout to let the bomb ignite, the bomb ignite"
Boot Camp Clik — Rag Time
Words that rhyme with ignite
Usage tips for "ignite"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "ignite" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for ignite to find words that pair well.
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does ignite mean?
- cause to start burning; subject to fire or great heat; "Great heat can ignite almost any dry matter"; "Light a cigarette" start to burn or burst into flames; "Marsh gases ignited suddenly"; "The oily rags combusted spontaneously" arouse or excite feelings and passions; "The ostentatious way of living of the rich ignites the hatred of the poor"; "The refugees' fate stirred up compassion around the world"; "Wake old feelings of hatred"
- What part of speech is ignite?
- Ignite is a verb.
- How many definitions does ignite have?
- Ignite has 3 definitions across 1 part of speech (verb).