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kindle

/ˈkɪndl/
verb
  1. To start (a fire) or light (a torch, a match, coals, etc.).

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

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

  3. To begin to grow or take hold.

Synonymsarouse, inspire, ignite
Antonymsdampen, douse, extinguish

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