reignite

verb

re·ig·nite | \ (ˌ)rē-ig-ˈnīt

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reignited; reigniting

Definition of reignite

1 transitive + intransitive : to begin or cause (something) to begin to burn again The strong winds reignited the embers. The fire reignited.

2 transitive : to give new life or energy to (something) The success of the movie reignited her career. The economic crisis has reignited debate on the regulation of banks.

3 intransitive : to reoccur suddenly The war never really ended. It … seemed to reignite every two years or so.— Jeffrey Bartholet

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reignition \ (ˌ)rē-ig-ˈni-shən

\ noun, plural reignitions

measures to prevent the reignition of the fire Crews will continue to patrol the affected areas today to keep an eye out for reignitions. — Ryan Pfeil

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“Reignite.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/reignite. Accessed 5 Mar. 2021.

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reignite

verb

English Language Learners Definition of reignite

: to begin to burn again or to cause (something) to begin to burn again

: to give new life or energy to (someone or something)

: to cause (something) to suddenly occur again

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