Kindle — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

verb /ˈkin-dᵊl/ kin·dle

Meaning & Definition of Kindle

Kindle (verb)

  1. to start (a fire) burning, light
  2. to stir up, arouse
  3. to bring into being, start
  4. bear —used especially of a rabbit
  5. to bring forth young —used especially of a rabbit

Kindle (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. to set (something) on fire

    "worried that lightning will kindle the forest in the drought-stricken nature preserve"

    similar: burn, enkindle, fire, ignite, inflame, light, torch
    related: immolate, deflagrate, char, frizzle, scorch, bake, broil, cook, ash, cremate, incinerate, kiln, set off, brighten, illuminate, illumine, irradiate, lighten, radiate, scald, scathe, sear, reignite, rekindle, relight, bank, stoke
    opposite: douse, extinguish, put out, quench, snuff (out)
    near: choke, smother, suffocate, stamp (out), blacken, darken, dim, dull, obscure

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Kindle

The most common words with a similar meaning to Kindle:

burn, enkindle, fire, ignite, inflame, light, torch

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Kindle

Words with the opposite meaning of Kindle:

douse, extinguish, put out, quench, snuff (out)

Related Words for Kindle

immolate, deflagrate, char, frizzle, scorch, bake, broil, cook, ash, cremate, incinerate, kiln, set off, brighten, illuminate, illumine, irradiate, lighten, radiate, scald, scathe, sear, reignite, rekindle, relight, bank, stoke

Near Antonyms of Kindle

choke, smother, suffocate, stamp (out), blacken, darken, dim, dull, obscure

Word Forms of Kindle

Inflections: kindled, kindling

Derived words: kindler (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Kindle

Middle English, probably modification of Old Norse kynda; akin to Old High German cuntesal fire

First known use: 13th centuryt

Frequently Asked Questions about Kindle

What does "Kindle" mean?

"Kindle" means to start (a fire) burning, light. As a verb, it is defined as: to start (a fire) burning, light.

What is another word for "Kindle"?

Other words for "Kindle" include burn, enkindle, fire, ignite, inflame, light and torch. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Kindle" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Kindle"?

There are 34 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Kindle". Common alternatives include burn, enkindle, fire, ignite, inflame, light and torch.

What is the opposite of "Kindle"?

Antonyms of "Kindle" include douse, extinguish, put out, quench and snuff (out). Near antonyms include choke, smother, suffocate and stamp (out).

How do you use "Kindle" in a sentence?

Examples of "Kindle" in a sentence: "worried that lightning will kindle the forest in the drought-stricken nature preserve".

Is "Kindle" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Kindle" is a verb.

How do you pronounce "Kindle"?

"Kindle" is pronounced /ˈkin-dᵊl/ and divided into syllables as kin·dle.

What is the origin of the word "Kindle"?

"Kindle" comes from Middle English, probably modification of Old Norse kynda; akin to Old High German cuntesal fire. First known use: 13th centuryt.