1. to start a fire; to cause something to catch fire
2. to arouse or inspire (an emotion or feeling)

Examples

• She used dry twigs to kindle the campfire.
• The match helped kindle the logs in the fireplace.
• His speech kindled hope in the hearts of the listeners.
• The teacher’s enthusiasm kindled a love of learning in her students.
• The old newspaper was perfect to kindle the fire.
• Her words kindled anger among the crowd.
• They struggled to kindle the wet wood.