ignite

/ɪɡˈnaɪt/verb
Middle School
1

to set fire to (something), to light (something)

2

to spark off (something), to trigger

3

to commence burning.

4

To subject to the action of intense heat; to heat strongly; often said of incombustible or infusible substances.

Sound Patterns & Rhymes

Rhymes

Words that share the same ending sound pattern

Alliteration

Words starting with the same consonant sound — used in poetry and prose to create rhythm, emphasis, and memorable phrasing (e.g. “Peter Piper picked”)

Assonance

Words sharing similar vowel sounds regardless of starting letter — creates internal melody in writing

Consonance

Words sharing similar consonant sound patterns — adds texture and cohesion to writing