ignite
UK/igˈnait/US/ig'nait/
IELTSTOEFLGREC2
Definitions
v.
To set fire to something; to begin burning; to trigger or spark off a reaction or event.
点燃；着火；激发，引发
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedignroot
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iteto make, having
=ignite
Common Collocations
- 1.ignite passion激发热情
- 2.ignite controversy引发争议
- 3.ignite a fire点燃火焰
Example Sentences
- 1.
The speech ignited passionate debate about social reform across the nation.
- 2.
A single spark can ignite a massive forest fire during dry season.