ignite
动词
UK/ɪɡˈnaɪt/
US/ɪɡˈnaɪt/
定义 ignite 动词
- Transitive(及物动词)Intransitive(不及物动词)formal(正式)
to (cause to) start burning or explode
点燃；使燃烧；使爆炸
The high temperature and pressure caused the fuel to ignite spontaneously.
高温和高压导致燃料自燃。
Dry leaves can ignite very easily.
干树叶非常容易点燃。
A match or lighter is needed to ignite a candle.
点燃蜡烛需要火柴或打火机。
- Transitive(及物动词)
to cause a dangerous, excited, or angry situation to begin
激起；引发
The controversial statement ignited public outrage.
这个有争议的声明激起了公众的愤怒。
The announcement of the new policy ignited a lot of debate.
新政策的宣布引发了很多辩论。
His speech ignited the passion of the crowd.
他的演讲点燃了群众的热情。