Definitions
v. To start burning or cause something to burn.
点燃；燃烧
v. To cause a strong feeling or situation to begin.
激起；引发
Example
A tiny spark ignited the dry wood in the fireplace.
一颗小火星点燃了壁炉里的干木柴。
Practical science lessons can ignite students' curiosity and encourage them to explore unfamiliar ideas independently.
科学实践课能够激发学生的好奇心，鼓励他们独立探索陌生的概念。
Collocations
- ignite a fire
- ignite interest
- ignite a debate
Word family
- ignition (n.)
Synonyms
- light
- kindle
Antonyms
- extinguish
Usage tip
可及物也可不及物；还可比喻激起兴趣或争论。
FAQ
- What does ignite mean?
- To start burning or cause something to burn. To cause a strong feeling or situation to begin.
- How is ignite pronounced?
- UK /ɪɡˈnaɪt/, US /ɪɡˈnaɪt/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
