kindle
//ˈkɪn.dəl//
Verb
kindleInfinitive
kindlePresent tense
kindledPast tense
kindledPast participle
kindlingPresent participle
kindlesThird-person singular
1
To start a fire or cause something to burn.
He kindled a fire in the fireplace to warm the room.
2
To arouse or inspire an emotion, feeling, or interest.
The teacher's words kindled a passion for learning in her students.