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Rekindle

Pronunciation varies by accent · verb

Meaning

(transitive) To kindle again..

Definitions by Sense

  1. (transitive) To kindle again.
  2. (intransitive) To be kindled or ignited again.
  3. (transitive, figurative) To revive.
  4. Synonym of reflash.

Example Sentences

After being abroad for a decade, when he came back he rekindled his obsession with cricket.
It was rekindled this summer when going through the all-time football scores for St. Mary’s of Stockton and Oakdale (two of the top programs in the CIF Sac-Joaquin Section) and I discovered that both of them can still count their worst losses as being to Stockton High at 78-0 and 90-0, respectively.

Synonyms for rekindle

reflash

Antonyms for rekindle

Related Words

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does rekindle mean?

Rekindle means (transitive) To kindle again..

What is a synonym for rekindle?

Common synonyms include reflash.

What is the opposite of rekindle?

The opposite depends on the specific sense.

How do you use rekindle in a sentence?

After being abroad for a decade, when he came back he rekindled his obsession with cricket.

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