kindle

1. V-T If something kindles a particular emotion in someone, it makes them start to feel it. 激發(fā)

The Second World War kindled his enthusiasm for politics. 第二次世界大戰(zhàn)激發(fā)了他的政治熱情。

2. V-T If you kindle a fire, you light paper or wood in order to start it. 點燃

I came in and kindled a fire in the stove. 我進來把爐子點著了。